By Rose Miami 
HangupsMusic.com – Los Angeles, CA – In a dramatic turn of events that highlights the volatile intersection of social media, celebrity feuds, and the burgeoning world of influencer boxing, rapper Blueface is now embroiled in a significant legal battle. A prominent boxing promoter has filed a copyright infringement lawsuit, accusing the artist of illegally broadcasting Chrisean Rock’s highly anticipated professional boxing debut, which was a pay-per-view event.
The lawsuit, initiated by promoter Skyy Myles of BLK Prime Boxing, centers on the September 19th event, billed as "The Supper," featuring the much-discussed bout between Chrisean Rock and her opponent, Ku’Shiyah Williams. According to legal documents, Blueface is alleged to have deliberately live-streamed a substantial portion of this fight—over an hour in duration—through his official account on the popular streaming platform Kick.com. This unauthorized broadcast, the suit contends, directly siphoned potential revenue from BLK Prime Boxing, which had priced the pay-per-view access at $29.99.
Chrisean Rock’s foray into professional boxing marked a significant career milestone for the social media personality and artist, who ultimately emerged victorious, securing a technical knockout win against Williams in the second round. However, her triumph has been overshadowed by the legal ramifications stemming from the alleged actions of Blueface, with whom she has a complex and often public personal history.
The core of Myles’s claim is that Blueface not only infringed upon copyright but also actively encouraged his substantial fanbase to tune into his illicit stream rather than purchase the official broadcast. The lawsuit further alleges that Blueface’s motivation for this alleged act was retaliatory, stemming from an unspecified financial dispute with Chrisean Rock, the event’s headliner. This alleged motive paints a picture of a personal vendetta playing out on a public, and now legal, stage.
Beyond Blueface himself, the lawsuit has also named his manager, Cash Jones, widely known as Wack 100, and Kick.com as defendants. The inclusion of Kick.com suggests a broader examination of the platform’s role and responsibility in hosting and facilitating such alleged copyright infringements.
Charles Lew, the attorney representing Skyy Myles and BLK Prime Boxing, expressed strong condemnation of the alleged actions. "In my entire career, I have never seen such a blatant and brazen disregard for copyright," Lew stated in comments to TMZ, which was among the first outlets to report on the developing story. He further emphasized the audacious nature of the alleged offense, noting that the defendants "didn’t just take our clients’ broadcast, they announced it live and told people not to pay." Lew conveyed confidence in their legal strategy, adding, "We look forward to the successful enforcement of our clients’ well-established rights."
The plaintiffs are seeking a jury trial to recover substantial damages. This includes not only the revenue lost from potential pay-per-view sales that were circumvented by the alleged unauthorized stream but also any profits Blueface may have garnered from his own broadcast. Additionally, the lawsuit seeks to have their legal fees and litigation costs covered.
This legal action underscores the escalating challenges faced by event organizers and rights holders in the digital age, where content can be instantaneously shared and monetized across various platforms. The case also brings to light the increasing trend of celebrities and influencers venturing into combat sports, creating new revenue streams but also potentially new avenues for conflict and legal disputes. The outcome of this lawsuit could set important precedents regarding the enforcement of copyright in the context of live-streamed events and the responsibilities of both creators and platforms in preventing unauthorized distribution.
HangupsMusic.com has reached out to attorney Charles Lew for further comment as the legal proceedings develop. The situation serves as a stark reminder of the legal complexities that accompany the modern entertainment landscape, where fame and digital reach can quickly translate into significant legal liabilities.
