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Kenneth Petty Believes His Rape Accuser, Jennifer Hough, Has It Out For Him

September 4, 2023 by newhiphopnews

The ongoing battle between Kenneth Petty, husband of Nicki Minaj, and his alleged rape victim, Jennifer Hough, continues to heat up. For some background information, Petty was convicted of first-degree attempted rape in 1995. As a result, he served over four years in prison. Furthermore, almost 20 years later, Petty still did not register himself as sex a offender. Subsequently, the judge sentenced him to one year of home confinement and three years of probation.

Fast forward to the present, Petty accused Hough of going out of her way to publicly shame him. Another important piece to this puzzle is that Hough filed a $20 million lawsuit against Petty and Minaj for terrorizing her so she could drop the case. Hough firmly believes that she has been forced to live in constant fear from the couple’s supporters, to continuously move and that it has affected her ability to work. Additionally, Hough is trying to amend her argument to bring up new evidence.

Jennifer Hough’s Lawyer Responds To Petty’s Claims

Kenneth Petty and his lawyer believe this is all a publicity stunt. Of course, though, Hough’s lawyer, Tyrone Blackburn, totally disagrees. He says, “Now, [Hough] has secured confirming evidence…she is somehow ‘acting in bad faith.’ If anything, [Hough] is acting in good faith, as she is solidifying a position that she has had concerning the rape in 1994, which is that she did not ‘lie on that man [Defendant Petty].” The evidence that Hough presented included photos of her showing where she was choked, as well as the knife that possibly was used, along with the rooms in which the forceful acts were supposedly committed by Petty.

What are your initial thoughts on these comments and allegations from the Kenneth Petty and Jennifer Hough dilemma? Which side are you believing in? What do you predict will happen when this is all settled? We want to hear what you have to say about all of this. Be sure to leave all of your thoughts and opinions in the comments section below. Additionally, keep it locked with HNHH for all of the latest breaking news around Jennifer Hough and Kenneth Petty.

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Nicki Minaj’s Husband Claims Alleged Rape Victim Is Trying To Humiliate Him

September 3, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Nicki Minaj’s husband Kenneth Petty is accused of sexually assaulting Jennifer Hough back in 1994. He previously took a plea deal in the case, but she alleges that he’s been violating it. Hough accuses Petty of attempting to intimidate and harass her, claiming that it’s had a negative impact on her life. Recently, she moved to amend her complaint, adding new evidence to strengthen her case.

The evidence includes various images from around the time of the alleged incident. The photos showcase wounds on Hough’s neck, as well as the knife allegedly used. Petty’s team claims that the evidence was put forth in an attempt to humiliate him to appease Hough’s lawyer. They also say that Hough and her team filing the exhibit publicly and making statements about the photos prove this. They claim that the motion was made in bad faith. Hough’s lawyer Tyrone Blackburn, however, has other ideas.

Kenneth Petty’s Alleged Rape Victim’s Lawyer Claps Back

Young M.A, DJ Clue, Big BZ, Kenneth Zoo Petty, and Nicki Minaj attend Church On Sundays Hosted By Nicki Minaj And Phil The Mayor And DJ Clues Birthday Party at The Argyle on February 8, 2019 in Hollywood, California. (Photo by Johnny Nunez/Getty Images)

He claims that Hough has been accused of lying, now gaining the opportunity to prove her case with new evidence. “Now, [Hough] has secured confirming evidence… she is somehow ‘acting in bad faith,’” he explains. “If anything, [Hough] is acting in good faith, as she is solidifying a position that she has had concerning the rape in 1994, which is that she did not ‘lie on that man [Defendant Petty].”

“Petty did not come forward to clear the record when his wife went on her Queen Radio program and accused [Hough] of lying,” Blackburn also adds. “Accused [Hough] of being a white woman, saying ‘white equals right,’ and disgustingly insinuating that Plaintiff is comparable to Carolyn Bryant, the white woman who wrongfully accused Emmett Till.” Hough has also filed a $20 million lawsuit against Petty for allegedly harassing her over the years to recant her allegations. Keep an eye on HNHH for more updates on Nicki Minaj and Kenneth Petty.

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Nicki Minaj Husband Ices Her Out With His & Her “Sleeze” Chains

August 24, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Nicki Minaj is gearing up for the release of her forthcoming album, Pink Friday 2, due out later this year. In the past year and a half, she’s unloaded several singles to build anticipation. “Do We Have A Problem?” ft. Lil Baby kicked off the campaign. Then, she followed up with records like “We Go Up,” and of course, “Super Freaky Girl,” which recently celebrated its 1-year anniversary. Earlier this year, Nicki Minaj debuted her latest single, “Red Ruby Da Sleeze,” which seems to mark a new alter ego in her arsenal.

Although she and her husband Kenneth have taken on the name The Pettys, it seems as though he’s the original “Big Sleeze.” Benny Da Jeweler hit the ‘Gram to reveal that Kenneth just scooped up an impressive pair of chains for himself and his wife. Kenneth copped himself an iced-out chain with the pendant reading, “Big Sleeze,” while Nicki’s reads, “Queen Sleeze.” “Queen Sleeze Big Sleeze @nickiminaj shout out to my brotha ZOO FOR DROPPING THE [money bag emoji] SOUTH SIDE JAMAICA SH*T.”

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The details on the chains are incredible. Kenneth’s “Big Sleeze” piece boasts diamonds throughout the Cuban links. Meanwhile, Kenneth copped a custom heart-linked chain for Nicki’s “Queen Sleeze” piece. The clasps on both pieces are equally impressive; encrusted with diamonds and engraved with the name of Nicki’s label, Heavy On It, which added Ice Spice to the roster earlier this year.

Kenneth Petty truly went all out for his wifey. Although it seems obvious that Nicki is the breadwinner of the household, Kenneth evidently wants to spoil her with his latest gifts. In addition to the chains, he also copped his and her Richard Mille watches – a red one for himself and a pink one for Nicki. Earlier this month, Nicki sported the chain as she celebrated a massive milestone on Spotify. Check out the pieces above via Benny Da Jeweler’s Instagram and let us know your thoughts in the comment section below.

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Nicki Minaj’s Husband Kenneth Petty Gets New Evidence In Sexual Assault Case

August 13, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Kenneth Petty is dealing with a sexual assault case stemming from an alleged 1994 incident, and it isn’t getting any prettier. Moreover, his accuser Jennifer Hough wants to amend her complaint against him, and to introduce new evidence to strengthen her case. According to an AllHipHop report, it seems like this consists of old photographs provided by the Queens District Attorney’s Office from the alleged altercation. In addition, Hough claimed that Nicki Minaj’s husband violated his plea deal for allegedly harassing and intimidating her throughout this process. Furthermore, she maintained that this is because she rejected an offer from him and his team to scrap prosecution for cash so authorities could remove him from the National Sex Offender Registry.

After looking over previously unreleased records, Hough wants to add a cause of action for attempted r*pe to the accusations. This means that the case would have another crime to evaluate, stack up against Kenneth Petty’s liability, and determine her right to remedy for. These could include monetary damages, although the serious nature of this case could take things further. Still, considering how long this legal process has been, it’s too soon to know whether that will change based on this evidence.

Nicki Minaj & Kennet Petty In New York

Nicki Minaj Husband Sexual Assault Evidence — NEW YORK, NEW YORK – FEBRUARY 12: Kenneth Petty and Rapper Nicki Minaj are seen leaving the Marc Jacobs Fall 2020 runway show during New York Fashion Week on February 12, 2020 in New York City. (Photo by Gilbert Carrasquillo/GC Images/Getty Images)

On that note, the new evidence itself is quite harrowing, as its photographic depictions of the crime are unfiltered. For example, it depicts the knife used in the altercation, pictures of the room in which it allegedly occurred, and Hough herself. Specifically, you can see bruises on her side and marks on her neck, which she accused Petty of leaving by choking her. If the court finds her new cause of action significant, they will continue to deliberate on this case.

Meanwhile, Nicki Minaj has already been severed from Petty’s case, as she was once involved thanks to the intimidation and harassment claims. It’s all a legal whirlwind for the two at the moment, as one’s actions affect another’s. With this newly presented evidence in mind, they could still have this haunt over them for longer than they might’ve thought. Keep checking in with HNHH for the latest news and updates on the Kenneth Petty case.

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Nicki Minaj’s Husband Dropped Lawsuit Against NY DCJS, Remains On Sex Offender Registry

June 28, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Nicki Minaj’s husband, Kenneth Petty, dropped a lawsuit against the New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services earlier this year, according to reports. He reportedly filed a lawsuit against the NY DCJS in 2021, claiming that he wasn’t notified about a 2004 hearing that would have allowed him to contest his sex offender status. The government fired back, providing a transcript of the hearing, which Petty was present at.

“[Kenneth Petty] was present at the SORA hearing and represented by counsel, who stated that [Petty] did not object to his designation as a level 2 sex offender – the Court need not even reach this issue,” they claimed. “[Petty] acknowledged his identity on the record, and his counsel stated that [Petty] did not contest his designation as a level 2 sex offender.” Petty’s team told New York Daily News they “were just going according to his statement.” “He still says that he wasn’t there and maybe someone is putting this together just to get him,” they continued. “I don’t think that he purposely lied to us. I just believe maybe he forgot.”

Kenneth Petty Filed A Lawsuit Over Court Hearing

Nicki Minaj's Husband Dropped Lawsuit Against NY DCJS, Remains On Sex Offender Registry — (L-R) Young M.A, DJ Clue, Big BZ, Kenneth Zoo Petty, and Nicki Minaj attend Church On Sundays Hosted By Nicki Minaj And Phil The Mayor And DJ Clues Birthday Party at The Argyle on February 8, 2019 in Hollywood, California. (Photo by Johnny Nunez/Getty Images)

Petty was convicted of first-degree attempted rape of a minor in 1995. He served four years in prison for the offense. The alleged victim, Jennifer Hough, came forward again in 2021, alleging that Petty and Minaj had tried to “intimidate” her into recanting her claims. Hough accused the couple of offering her $500,000 to go back on the rape allegations. She dropped the lawsuit in January of 2022, according to PEOPLE.

Earlier this month, a petition thought to be started by neighbors of the couple began to circulate. The petition highlighted Petty’s sex offender status, further calling for the couple to removed from their neighborhood of Hidden Hills. Last week, it was reported that the petition was allegedly started by a Cardi B superfan. The fan allegedly created it in an attempt to Hurt Minaj’s assets. The account had referenced a mission to “end” Minaj “from the inside out.”

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Cardi B Superfan Allegedly Started Petition To Kick Nicki Minaj Out Of Hidden Hills

June 23, 2023 by newhiphopnews

According to reports, a Cardi B superfan was the one to start a recent petition to get Nicki Minaj out of Hidden Hills. The petition was reported at the time to have been created by Minaj’s neighbors. It emphasized her husband, Kenneth Petty’s, status as a sex offender. “Petty is a level 3 sex offender, convicted for the attempted rape of a 16 year old girl, and has a high likelihood to reoffend,” it states. It goes on to claim that Petty was found guilty of murder. The petition also notes that him living there could lower the property value of neighborhood homes due to “safety concerns.”

“It would lead to children and women being a target,” the petition claims. The Hidden Hills Community Association reportedly had no idea about the petition. Records also reveal that the woman who started it doesn’t even live in the neighborhood. Beverly Bardan, who was said to have created the petition, appears to actually be a Cardi Stan Twitter account. The account confessed to starting the petition at the end of last year.

Cardi B Fan Targets Nicki’s Husband

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— Nicki Minaj (@NICKIMINAJ) June 23, 2023

“No, I didn’t celebrate Christmas Instead,” the account wrote, “I printed these flyers warning the residents of Hidden Hills that s*x offender Kenneth Petty will be moving in.” The account included photos of flyers labeling Petty as “a dangerous predator and killer.” “I DO plan on mailing them out,” they added, “It has a QR code for a petition to keep Nicki Minaj AWAY from her CO-OWNED Hidden Hills house!”

The account also wrote, “We, as Nicki antis, can turn the residents of Hidden Hills AGAINST Nicki and her pedo husband moving in, hurting her assets in the process!” The Cardi superfan has posted several troubling Tweets highlighting her mission to “end” Nicki Minaj “from the inside out.” Cardi B has not yet responded to the claims. Nicki, on the other hand, just shared a gif that could potentially reference the situation. She accompanied it with the caption “AhhhhhHaaaaaaaa!!!!!!”

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Nicki Minaj’s Neighbors Reportedly Launched A Petition Requesting She And Husband Kenneth Petty Move Over Concerns About His Past

June 23, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Nicki Minaj has been having a ball exploring “Barbie World” with her protégé Ice Spice. Unfortunately, things aren’t as fantastic back in Hidden Hills, California. According to TMZ, the rapper’s neighbors have launched a petition to request that she and her husband, Kenneth Petty, move out of the community.

In the e-filing, the homeowners express their concerns over Petty’s criminal past precisely because he is a registered sex offender. Although the couple has vigorously denied any wrongdoing in the 1995 case, residents in the posh community aren’t having that. Petty has stated that his alleged victim was a “Willing participant” in the act. While the music super has stated that she believes in uncertain terms that the accuser is only looking for a payday at her expense.

Over the week, the petition has gained some traction, starting with just over one hundred signees. It now has racked up over eight hundred signatures and counting.

The multi-million dollar mansion purchased in December was supposed to be a fresh start for them and their young child, but it is turning out to be the complete opposite. In the meantime, the couple has many other legal matters to tend to, including a defamation case against the legal representative for Petty’s accuser.

Nicki Minaj’s Neighbors Petition To Kick Her Out Due To Husband’s Crimes

June 23, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Nicki Minaj may be getting a lot of hype for her “Barbie World” single with Ice Spice, but she has a new and more pressing issue to handle: her home. Moreover, those in the Hidden Hills community in Los Angeles (where Minaj and her husband Kenneth Petty bought a $19.5 million mansion last December) want them kicked out due to Petty’s sex offender status. For those unaware, he failed to register as one in California (and is serving one year of home detention as a result), although he is registered in New York. Furthermore, resident Beverly Bardan started a change.org petition titled “SAY NO TO SEX OFFENDERS IN HIDDEN HILLS.” Signed residents believe Petty has a high chance of reoffending and his presence will devalue the area’s homes.

“Kenneth Petty is a level 3 sex offender, convicted for the attempted rape of a 16 year old girl, and has a high likelihood to reoffend,” states the petition. “He was also found guilty for killing a man. He is currently under house arrest for failing to register as a sex offender in California as law demands it. The Petty couple moving in would lead to appraisal value of our homes to go DOWN due to safety concerns. It would lead to children and women being a target.”

Nicki Minaj & Kenneth Petty At The Marc Jacobs Fall 2020 Runway Show

Nicki Minaj Neighbors Petition Husband — NEW YORK, NEW YORK – FEBRUARY 12: Nicki Minaj and Kenneth Petty attend the Marc Jacobs Fall 2020 runway show during New York Fashion Week on February 12, 2020 in New York City. (Photo by Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images for Marc Jacobs)

“We, the residents of Hidden Hills, must put our resident’s safety first,” it continued. “Don’t wait to receive a letter from the government saying a predator has moved in near you. DO NOT allow this dangerous sex offender to live near you, SHOW that you are against sex offenders in our Hidden Hills neighborhood!”

Meanwhile, Petty- who fathered Papa Bear with the rap star- served over four years in prison for first-degree attempted assault at age 16. When authorities arrested him in 2020 for failing to register as a sex offender in California, they sentenced him to three years of probation and one of home detention, plus a $55,000 fine. However, prosecutors wanted prison time and supervised release, since he owns luxury homes that aren’t exactly horrible to stay in. Amid other legal issues, the couple is facing an uphill battle to forego these past crimes. For more news and the latest updates on Nicki Minaj and Kenneth Petty, check back in with HNHH.

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Nicki Minaj & Kenneth Petty Harassment Lawsuit Stalemate Heads to Courts

May 30, 2023 by newhiphopnews

The harassment lawsuit against Nicki Minaj’s husband, Kenneth Petty, is going back to the court for scheduling as efforts to reach a settlement with sexual assault victim Jennifer Hough have been unsuccessful. Hough’s attorney informed the judge in a letter that the parties were unable to come to an agreement on restitution, prompting Hough to […]

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Nicki Minaj‘s Husband’s Sexual Assault Case Stalls In Settlement Negotiations

May 29, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Nicki Minaj‘s husband, Kenneth Petty, is reportedly refusing a judge’s order to settle the sexual assault case brought forth against him by Jennifer Hough. The victim is now seeking legal help to put pressure on Petty to move forward. HipHopDX obtained court documents on Monday that show Hough’s attorney, Tyrone Blackburn, has demanded a scheduling order. He claims Petty is refusing to cooperate on settlement negotiations.

“We are counsel to Plaintiff Jennifer Hough in the above-referenced matter. I write jointly with counsel for Defendant Kenneth Petty,” Blackburn wrote in his letter to Judge Cho as noted by HipHopDX. “As you know, the Court provided the parties with an opportunity to engage in private mediation. The parties participated in private mediation, but unfortunately, we were unable to reach a settlement. We would like to have a scheduling conference with the court to set a scheduling order.”

Nick Minaj With Kenneth Petty

NEW YORK, NEW YORK – FEBRUARY 12: Nicki Minaj and Kenneth Petty attend the Marc. Jacobs Fall 2020 runway show during New York Fashion Week on February 12, 2020 in New York City. (Photo by Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images for Marc Jacobs)

Hough alleges that Petty harassed her in an attempt to convince her to recant to avoid the National Sex Offender Registry. Hough says Petty offered her $500,000 to drop the case and that Minaj hired private investigators to harass her and her daughter. However, she’s since dropped her case against Minaj. As Petty continues to not make progress toward a settlement, the possibility of the case going to trial becomes more and more likely. The judge ordered him to reach a settlement with Hough back in December.

Petty was previously convicted of first-degree attempted rape in 1995. For the conviction, he served over four years in prison. Almost two decades later, he still had not registered as sex a offender, resulting in a judge sentencing him to one year of home confinement and three years of probation.

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