Rymir Satterthwaite, who for years has claimed that Jay-Z could also be his organic father, has formally withdrawn his paternity lawsuit in opposition to the rap icon. The case, first reported by Hip-Hop-N-More, centered on an alleged relationship between Jay-Z and Satterthwaite’s late mom, Wanda, relationship again to the early Nineties. Jay-Z has lengthy denied the allegations and has not spoken publicly concerning the matter.

It stays unclear why Satterthwaite selected to step again from authorized motion presently. However, if the case was dismissed “without prejudice,” he should still have the choice to refile. In a current interview with the Daily Mail, Satterthwaite challenged Jay-Z to take a DNA take a look at. “If he is not, why can’t he prove me wrong? Go to the courtroom and do what everyone else has to do. I can handle rejection. I can endure embarrassment; I’ve been through a lot. I just can’t accept his silence. It is not fair. I am seeking truth through the courts.”

Satterthwaite additionally emphasised that his pursuit is just not pushed by resentment. “I could never hate Jay-Z; I admire him for all he has achieved. My family and I have encountered numerous difficulties over the years due to this case. Some have accused me of merely seeking Jay-Z’s wealth,” he mentioned. “I will continue my fight until I can no longer do so. Whether it takes ten years or fifty, I will carry this burden until the end. My aim is not to defame anyone but to uncover the truth.”

Nicki Minaj Weighs In

The case lately reentered the general public dialog when Nicki Minaj posted a photograph on social media of Satterthwaite and Jay-Z facet by facet. “Oh is this why he was trending the other day? Idk. I hope all is well. To God be the glory,” she wrote. The put up comes amid Minaj’s ongoing social media commentary, which has included remarks about Roc Nation CEO Desiree Perez, in addition to artists like Megan Thee Stallion and SZA.