The divorce proceedings between television host Jeannie Mai and rapper Jeezy, born Jay Wayne Jenkins, have escalated with recent court filings focusing on the custody of their 1-year-old daughter, Monaco, and allegations of infidelity. The couple, who married in March 2021, is now embroiled in a legal battle that has captured public attention.
Jeezy initially filed for divorce in September 2023, citing an “irretrievably broken” marriage. He requested joint legal custody of Monaco, while Mai has countered with a demand for primary physical custody and “final decision-making authority.” The custody dispute has been marked by Jeezy’s accusations that Mai is acting as a “gatekeeper” of their daughter, complicating his relationship with Monaco.
In a recent development, Mai has responded to Jeezy’s divorce petition by insinuating infidelity on his part, which could significantly impact the division of assets under their prenuptial agreement. The agreement includes a clause that imposes a financial penalty on the adulterous party in the event of infidelity. Mai’s legal team has indicated that they reserve the right to amend the counterclaim to include specific allegations of Jeezy’s infidelity, which they have not publicly disclosed at this time.
Jeezy’s representative has categorically denied the cheating allegations, stating that any claims of infidelity are “100 percent false.” The rapper has not addressed Mai’s court filing directly but has expressed his unease and disappointment over the divorce in a recent interview with Nia Long.
The couple’s high-profile split has been marked by public interest, with both parties sharing glimpses of their personal struggles. Mai has spoken about the challenges of “picking up the pieces” and focusing on being a mother, while Jeezy has released a double album, “I Might Forgive … But I Don’t Forget,” which includes references to the theme of cheating.
As the divorce proceedings continue, the focus remains on the well-being of their daughter Monaco and the enforcement of the prenuptial agreement. The legal battle between Mai and Jeezy highlights the complexities of high-profile divorces, where issues of custody and financial arrangements often become contentious and public.
