Fat Joe has made a public statement addressing the serious allegations stemming from a lawsuit filed by his former hypeman, Terrance “T.A.” Dixon. This lawsuit includes shocking accusations of pedophilia, forced labor, and sex trafficking. In his response via Instagram, Fat Joe firmly denied these claims, seeking to reassure his fans and followers amidst the unfolding controversy.
On June 25, Fat Joe took to social media to present his first personal statement since the lawsuit was filed against him last week. The allegations by Dixon suggest that the rapper was involved in running a vast racketeering enterprise that purportedly trafficked underage girls for sex and created an environment of abusive working conditions for his employees. In response to these serious charges, Fat Joe’s legal team has strongly denied the allegations and has initiated a counter-lawsuit against Dixon and his attorney, Tyrone Blackburn, accusing them of extortion and other malicious intents.
In his Instagram post, Fat Joe expressed the emotional turmoil he has faced in recent months, stating, “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 reassured his followers with a powerful declaration, “But please know I will not break and I will NEVER back down,” emphasizing his commitment to fight against what he perceives as unfounded accusations.
Fat Joe’s statement builds on the claims made by his legal representatives, who assert that Dixon has fabricated these allegations in a bid for financial gain. Joe stated, “They figure they can make up the most insane stories and, if they threaten you with a lawsuit, then you’ll pay and they’ll feel like they finally won.” This reflects his frustration with individuals who exploit the legal system for personal profit.
He further challenged the integrity of the extortion claims, saying, “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!” This statement underscores his belief in his resilience and the strong ties he has to his roots, emphasizing that he will not be easily intimidated.
The rapper’s statement concluded with a pointed message directed at Blackburn, saying, “Since you want the clout, we will finish you in court. 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!” This declaration indicates his resolve to confront the allegations head-on in a legal setting, positioning himself as a fighter against what he views as unjust practices.
Interestingly, this statement coincided with a bizarre turn in the ongoing dispute, as Blackburn was arrested on the same day. He faces charges of assault for allegedly running over Fat Joe’s process server with his vehicle last month. This development adds another layer of complexity to the situation, further intensifying the scrutiny surrounding the case.
Blackburn has pleaded not guilty to these charges. His defense attorney expressed to Billboard that the incident appears to be “at the very least…a misunderstanding or an accident, and at the most an attempt to extort some money out of my client.” This statement suggests that the unfolding legal drama is far from over, with both sides poised to continue battling in court.
