Beyoncé, Jay-Z Appear After Dismissal of Allegations Against Rapper

Beyoncé and Jay-Z made their first public appearance since the dismissal of a rape lawsuit against Jay-Z during a date night in West Hollywood on March 16, 2025. The lawsuit, which accused Jay-Z and Sean 'Diddy' Combs of assaulting a 13-year-old girl in 2000, was dropped by the plaintiff's attorneys weeks prior, stating it was dismissed with prejudice, meaning it cannot be refiled. Following the dismissal, Jay-Z declared the allegations as 'frivolous' and announced his intention to file a defamation lawsuit against the unnamed accuser, asserting that the claims were malicious and aimed at inflicting distress. Despite this legal victory, the couple's subdued demeanor during their outing sparked speculation on social media, with fans commenting on their body language and appearance. Beyoncé attempted to go incognito while Jay-Z was dressed in an all-black outfit, both garnering mixed reactions online. The couple's appearance comes at a time of public scrutiny related to the recent allegations and the impact on their personal lives.