Jeff Ross Denies Sexually Assaulting 15-Year-Old 20 Years Ago

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Jeff Ross has come forward to vehemently deny the allegations that he sexually assaulted a woman when she was a minor.

Another comedian is stepping forward to deny allegations of sexual misconduct. We've recently borne witness to the apology circuit from Hollywood's rich and famous for various reasons. Jimmy Fallon, Jimmy Kimmel, Ansel Elgort, Chris D'Elia, and many others have faced career-altering accusations, and Jeff Ross can add his name to the list.

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A woman who goes by the screenname "Iwas15hewas33" has come forward with allegations that she was in a "relationship" with Ross when she was 15. Things reportedly began back in 1999, and the woman has released a video sharing her story, along with photos of herself with Jeff Ross and memorabilia from his shows, famous roasts, and other events. She accuses him of taking explicit photos of her when she was underage and also claims that the comedian raped her while she was trying to sleep.

Jeff Ross has denied the allegations against him, calling it "old news" because the woman has previously come forward many years ago. In a lengthy message he shared with social media, Ross insinuates the woman has mental health issues and writes, "These disgusting allegations asserted against me are absolutely not true. I have never engaged in any sexual relationship with a minor."

He also stated that the woman and her husband have been harassing him for years and these accusations have already been investigated. You can read through Ross's message in full below and watch the woman's video, as well.

About The Author
Since 2019, Erika Marie has worked as a journalist for HotNewHipHop, covering music, film, television, art, fashion, politics, and all things regarding entertainment. With 20 years in the industry under her belt, Erika Marie moved from a writer on the graveyard shift at HNHH to becoming a Features Editor, highlighting long-form content and interviews with some of Hip Hop’s biggest stars. She has had the pleasure of sitting down with artists and personalities like DJ Jazzy Jeff, Salt ’N Pepa, Nick Cannon, Rah Digga, Rakim, Rapsody, Ari Lennox, Jacquees, Roxanne Shante, Yo-Yo, Sean Paul, Raven Symoné, Queen Naija, Ryan Destiny, DreamDoll, DaniLeigh, Sean Kingston, Reginae Carter, Jason Lee, Kamaiyah, Rome Flynn, Zonnique, Fantasia, and Just Blaze—just to name a few. In addition to one-on-one chats with influential public figures, Erika Marie also covers content connected to the culture. She’s attended and covered the BET Awards as well as private listening parties, the Rolling Loud festival, and other events that emphasize established and rising talents. Detroit-born and Long Beach (CA)-raised, Erika Marie has eclectic music taste that often helps direct the interests she focuses on here at HNHH. She finds it necessary to report on cultural conversations with respect and honor those on the mic and the hardworking teams that help get them there. Moreover, as an advocate for women, Erika Marie pays particular attention to the impact of femcees. She sits down with rising rappers for HNHH—like Big Jade, Kali, Rubi Rose, Armani Caesar, Amy Luciani, and Omerettà—to gain their perspectives on a fast-paced industry.

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