Daddy Dearest: Coi Leray Cuts Ties with Benzino Over R. Kelly Defense
The rapper, 27, publicly disowned her father, Benzino, after he made controversial comments defending R&B singer R. Kelly. It has been the object of a social media firestorm, leading to accusations and counter-accusations between the two parties in the harsh spotlight of public opinion.
The feud kicked off when former hip-hop magnate Benzino chimed in to offer his non-surprising support for the now-imprisoned R. Kelly, who is behind bars after being found guilty on several counts of child sexual abuse. A rising star in the rap world named Coi Leray clapped back in a major way. Posting online: ‘I want absolutely nothing to do with anything my father has to say on the matter,’ Demi seemingly put up a brick wall as she referred to some of his previous comments. It marked a clear line in the sand that had now emerged between them.
Benzino Says Daughter Coi Leray Shouldn’t Be Angry Over His Support Of R. Kelly Because She Lost Her Virginity At 14 👀 PIC.TWITTER.COM/YHB67LWBQG
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Benzino, attempting to defend his stance, made a baffling move. He referenced a past interview where Coi Leray revealed losing her virginity at 14. In a twisted attempt at justification, he stated on the Famous & Wealthy Podcast, “She made a comment about the R. Kelly situation. But then, four months ago, she was on the Math Hoffa show. She said ’14.'” This insensitive and irrelevant comment sparked further outrage, not only for its lack of connection to the issue at hand but also for its seeming exploitation of his daughter’s personal life.
Though Coi Leray has yet to respond to her father’s most recent series of thoughts, her past social media outburst already said plenty. The cut, with a reference to ‘no coming back’ seems to signal the relationship is over for good after being rocked by cheating scandals. With views that are fundamentally incompatible, reconciliation seems almost futile.
This is not only a personal feud gone public. It explores all the challenges of fame and family. Both Benzino and Coi Leray are equally dragged. The comments made by Benzino are being roundly criticized, leading to questions on the type of judgment and character the man has. This struggle to find their own voice is even heavier for Coi Leray, who has to rise above the infamy of her father’s brand to become her own artist.
That pain ripples through the family and beyond. Fans, who respect his pedigree in the game and have had some history enjoying music from his prior outfit, The Almighty RSO, now grapple with a divisive opinion. Most of her fanbase are young women, and many find solace in her refusal to back down from what she believes in, even when it comes to her dad.
The entire unfolding drama is a stark reminder of the celebrity tightrope walk. Conflicting personal beliefs, family loyalties and image become slippery slopes. Their decisions affect their own life and echo to the community represented by them. Will Benzino and Coi Leray ever heal from their spats or will this be the moment they broke for good?.
