Soulja Boy Liable for Sexual Assault, Ordered to Pay $4 Million
A Los Angeles County jury found rapper Soulja Boy (DeAndre Cortez Way) liable for sexually assaulting and abusing a former assistant, awarding her over $4 million in damages. The verdict, following a three-week trial, held Soulja Boy responsible for assault, sexual battery, and intentional infliction of emotional distress, though not for all claims. The plaintiff, who remained anonymous, alleged years of abuse and unpaid wages beginning in 2018. Soulja Boy’s legal team plans to appeal the decision, citing concerns about the influence of cultural perceptions on the trial.
John Q. Hosedrinker