Fat Joe Fiercely Denies Former Hypeman's Explosive Allegations

Fat Joe Fires Back at Hypeman's Lawsuit Alleging Exploitation and Abuse

Veteran rapper Fat Joe is not holding back in his response to a bombshell lawsuit filed by his former hypeman Terrance "T.A." Dixon. The lawsuit accuses the "Make It Rain" artist of "coercive labor exploitation, financial fraud, sexual manipulation, violent intimidation, and psychological coercion."

In a lengthy statement posted to social media, Fat Joe came out swinging against his ex-friend and business associate. "I've been tested the last few months — I've lost my big brother, my father, my mother and now i'm fighting against these disgusting lies," he wrote. "But please know I will not break and I will NEVER back down."

The Bronx-bred rapper went on to address the fallout with Dixon in 2019, when the hypeman was allegedly fired for wrongdoing. "If you get fired for doing something wrong, just take the L and live with it. But instead, they plot on your downfall as they watch you move on with your life. They decide to go after one of the things you value the most — your reputation."

Fat Joe Calls Out Dixon's Attorney Tyrone Blackburn

The 54-year-old artist also took aim at Dixon's attorney, Tyrone Blackburn, who has garnered attention for his aggressive legal tactics. "Mr. Tyrone Blackburn attorney at law since you want the clout, we will finish you in court," Joe threatened. "The time of lawyers using their law license as a badge to extort people and destroy families with no evidence is over!! I'm not the one!! You've messed with the wrong one this time!!"

Blackburn has recently faced his own legal troubles, having been arrested for allegedly attempting to extort celebrities. Fat Joe made it clear he will not be intimidated by the controversial lawyer's tactics.

The Rap Veteran Vows to Defend His Reputation

Throughout his statement, Fat Joe emphasized his refusal to be "extorted" or have his reputation tarnished. "Problem with your theory, I've never let anyone on the streets extort me, so how would I ever let a crooked attorney and a coward ex-hype man extort me? I'm from the Bronx!" he declared.

This latest controversy comes amid a difficult period for the veteran rapper, who has faced the tragic losses of close family members. However, Fat Joe is resolute in his determination to clear his name and hold his accusers accountable. "Through it all, me and my family are the ones stuck dealing with the consequences of their bad decisions," he wrote.

As the legal battle unfolds, fans will be closely watching to see how this high-profile dispute between Fat Joe and his former hypeman ultimately plays out.