Kanye “Ye” West has responded to the sexual harassment lawsuit filed against the rapper by his former assistant, Lauren Pisciotta . According to a statement obtained by NBC News , a legal representative for West, 46, called Pisciotta’s lawsuit “baseless” and pointed out that the “Jesus Walks” artist plans to file a lawsuit against her. “In response to these baseless allegations, Ye will be filing a lawsuit against Ms.
Pisciotta, who actively pursued him sexually to coerce employment and other material benefits, then engaged in blackmail and extortion when her advances were rejected,” the rep’s statement read. “It is evident that Ms. Pisciotta leveraged her association with Ye and his company, and her proximity to him, to seek material gains, clout, and employment through inappropriate means.
” On Monday, June 3, Pisciotta filed a civil lawsuit against West for alleged sexual harassment, wrongful termination, breach of contract, perpetuating a hostile work environment, unlawful retaliation and emotional distress. Pisciotta worked for West from 2021 to 2022 as his executive assistant/personal assistant, according to the outlet. Pisciotta claimed that she had collaborated with the Grammy winner on his clothing line, Yeezy, and worked on his Donda album.
The lawsuit further stated that Ye allegedly sent her sexual photos and videos, which she “did not welcome or encourage.” “Defendant [West] would often tell Plaintiff [Pisciotta] that he always wanted.
