Drake Ignores Rumors & Isn't Worried About Clout Chasers Wanting "15 Minutes Of Fame"

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The rapper's name never leaves headlines but recently, the rumor mill has run rampant.

Not a day goes by that Drake doesn't make headlines, The OVO Sound icon I one of the leading artists in the world, if not one of the most recognized public figures. With that fame, power, and notoriety also come allegations and rumors, and it seems that his name has been entangled in gossip after a model alleges she had an encounter with him.

Social media has been buzzing throughout the day after a reported story went viral and the rapper's supporters have called it out as nothing but a clout-chasing moment.

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According to online reports, some woman alleged that she had sex with Drake and later tried to steal the condom only to find out it had hot sauce in it. Without being substantiated, her story spread like wildfire because she threatened to sue Drake. The rapper's fans were quick to call her out, and hours ago, Drake resurfaced on his social media with what the public has interpreted to be a response—however, Drake never directly addressed the gossip or the woman.

"You can have your 15 minutes of fame…I’ll take the other 23 hours and 45 mins," the megastar wrote in the caption to a photo of himself. Some jumped in his comments to tease him, but his friends offered their support. As far as the woman is concerned, she hasn't resurfaced. Check out Drake's post below.



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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.