Tekashi 6ix9ine is in the midst of one of the less likely career comebacks in recent memory following a stint in prison among other controversies. However, it seems like he might be looking at even more legal problems in the near future. Complex is reporting that a $5.3 million lawsuit filed against the rapper and various business associates regarding a canceled 2018 show in Washington, DC is imminent.
The lawsuit was originally filed back in 2018 by promoters Benhur Tesfalidet and Anton Alexander for breach of contract, fraud, and defamation, all stemming from a canceled event at a DC venue called Echostage that same year. Although the plaintiffs withdrew the suit about six months after filing, they are reportedly preparing to file it again, reigniting the legal drama surrounding the rapper's career.
In addition to 6ix9ine, the lawsuit also involves the rapper's former manager Kifano "Shotti" Jordan, booking agency MTA Booking, booker Will Cornish, and another former manager Christian Ehigiator. Interestingly, media company iHeartMedia is no longer a defendant in the lawsuit, which might be one of the reasons why it was withdrawn and resubmitted, as the plaintiffs thought better of suing such a large company.
The allegations of breach of contract and fraud are related to 6ix9ine's failure to appear at the show in question. The defamation allegation stems from statements the rapper made about Tesfalidet and Alexander on social media, referring to them as "corrupt" scammers who didn’t pay him what he was owed. They claim this is not true, stating that he was paid nearly all of his $60,000 fee upfront before deciding to perform at a radio station concert in New Jersey on the night of the scheduled DC show.
A source close to the matter indicates that the lawsuit will be filed sometime by the end of June, suggesting that this ongoing legal battle is far from over.
What You Will Learn
- The details surrounding the $5.3 million lawsuit against Tekashi 6ix9ine.
- Key players involved in the legal case and their roles.
- The implications of 6ix9ine's statements on social media and their legal consequences.
- The history of the lawsuit and its previous withdrawal by the plaintiffs.
| Detail | Description |
|---|---|
| Name | Tekashi 6ix9ine |
| Real Name | Daniel Hernandez |
| Age | 27 |
| Career Start | 2017 |
| Notable Hits | “Gummo”, “Fefe”, “Tati” |
| Legal Issues | Multiple controversies, including prison time |
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