Hip Hop Artist Fat Joe Accused of Sexual Coercion and Abuse in Lawsuit

A lawsuit alleges that the rapper known as Fat Joe orchestrated and participated in disturbing sexual misconduct involving his former associate, Terrance “T.A” Dixon. The suit claims Fat Joe directed Dixon to engage in over 4,000 sexual acts with women across a span of 16 years, with members of his inner circle present during these encounters.

The federal complaint states that Fat Joe, whose real name is Joseph Antonio Cartagena, often arranged for women to be brought to his hotel rooms and yacht parties in locations including Miami, Spain, and Germany. Dixon, who also contributed as a lyricist, background vocalist, and bodyguard from 2005 to 2022, is said to have been coerced into performing these acts out of fear of retaliation. In one incident, when Dixon refused to comply, he was reportedly denied his flight home and left stranded without funds.

The lawsuit details that Fat Joe provided explicit commands during these encounters, seemingly using sex acts as a form of control rather than for personal gratification. It also accuses him of having sexual relations with underage girls, specifically between 15 and 16 years old.

The complaint further asserts that the entertainment company Roc Nation was aware or should have been aware of the alleged misconduct but failed to take action. Dixon also claims to have co-written several hit songs during his association with Fat Joe. He states that he was underpaid for his work and endured significant psychological damage, including PTSD, flashbacks, and panic attacks.

Fat Joe’s attorney, Joseph Tacopina, dismissed the allegations as false and retaliatory, claiming they are part of a defamation effort connected to a prior lawsuit filed by the rapper. Tacopina labeled Dixon’s accusations as part of a fraudulent campaign meant to damage Fat Joe’s reputation and vowed to pursue legal action to address what he called fabrications and slander.