Jay-Z and Beyoncé Disappear Amid Diddy Sex Trafficking Allegations, Source Says

Amid growing allegations of sex trafficking and assault against their music industry peers, Sean “Diddy” Combs, Jay-Z and Beyoncé appear to be retreating from the spotlight, according to a source. alleged in a recent interview with Page six.

According to a music industry insider, influential figures in the music industry are actively seeking out Jay-Z and Beyoncé, suggesting their recent absence could be a strategic move to distance themselves from Diddy's growing abuse scandal.

Interestingly, the source noted that Beyoncé has notably kept a low profile since the release of her latest album, Act II: Cowboy Carter, in March. Coincidentally, around the same time, Diddy's residences in Los Angeles and Miami were raided by the Department of Homeland Security amid sex trafficking allegations. In late March, Natania Reuben came forward, alleging that Diddy shot her in the face during the infamous 1999 Club New York incident.

“It was supposed to be the time of Beyoncé, with the release of her highly anticipated country album [just] two months ago. And yet, we don't see it anywhere. The album is slipping, and Jay and B aren’t enjoying the spotlight,” the industry insider said. Page six.

“About a month before the [March 29] release, Jay-Z stood up at the Grammys and complained that Beyoncé had never won album of the year. But now what? Does he think she will win for Cowboy Carter without promotion, without appearances and without courting the academy?

The source pointed out that although the album was “far from a failure”, it was not the success that “everyone thought it would be”. They added: “Something is happening. It came out with a bang. No. 1 everywhere. [Now] that and she disappeared.

What have Beyoncé and Jay-Z been up to since Diddy's sex trafficking and assault allegations came to light?

It's unclear if Beyoncé has collaborated with Diddy in the past, but the star has kept a relatively low profile with the public following the release of Act II: Cowboy Carter. She has been active on Instagram, showing off her different outfits inspired by the album. A video posted to his account on May 30 promoted the vinyl release of the project.

While Jay-Z collaborated with Diddy on his 1997 track “Young G's” and 1999's “Do You Like It, Do You Want It,” their current relationship situation remains murky.

It's quite common for Jay-Z to stay away from the media. However, headlines recently have reported the rapper's involvement in a proposed new educational program in Philadelphia that would guarantee approximately $300 million in scholarships for K-12 students from low-income backgrounds to access the diversity of the city's private schools. NBC Philadelphia note.

From June 10-21, regional events will be held to raise awareness of the Pennsylvania Award for Student Success (PASS), also known as Senate Bill 757, which aims to expand educational opportunities for disadvantaged youth in the state's struggling public schools.

Roc Nation's managing director of philanthropy, Dania Diaz, told the outlet that the legislation would help empower young minds and families, equipping them with the tools to pursue their academic dreams, amplify their voices, and emerge as leaders of tomorrow.

However, naysayers on social media claim that Roc Nation's effort, billed as a scholarship initiative, is actually aimed at “draining public school funding and negatively impacting Philadelphia students, Bossipe Underlines. Additionally, the legislation has faced increased scrutiny, particularly due to its sponsorship by conservative lawmakers like Jeff Yass, who is reportedly a supporter of former President Donald Trump.

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