WATCH: Drake Addresses Alleged Leaked Video Rumors with Humor During Concert
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Drake, the renowned rapper and Grammy winner, found himself at the center of a viral storm recently due to a leaked video that purportedly showed him in a compromising position. However, during a concert at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tennessee, on Wednesday night, Drake decided to address the elephant in the room in his trademark style.
As he took the stage, Drake grabbed the mic and quipped, “I know y’all probably waiting on me to address this, so — the rumors are true.” The audience held its breath, anticipating his response. But to everyone’s surprise, Drake followed up with a playful twist, exclaiming, “My dad is here! That’s what y’all were waiting for?”
Drake appears to address his viral NSFW leaked video during a show in Nashville:
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“I know y’all probably waiting on me to address this, so — the rumors are true…My dad is here! That’s what y’all were waiting for?” pic.twitter.com/KDjiea4Mk0Advertisement
With this humorous deflection, Drake effectively acknowledged the speculation surrounding the leaked video while simultaneously lightening the mood with a witty remark about his father, Dennis Graham, who happened to be present at the concert. It was a classic Drake move, blending humor with deft evasion.
The leaked video, which circulated online earlier in the week, purportedly showed Drake lounging in bed and engaging in a private moment. Speculation swirled as viewers compared the headboard in the clip to the one featured in Drake’s luxurious private jet, valued at a staggering $185 million. Despite the internet frenzy, Drake has remained coy about the incident, neither confirming nor denying his involvement.
In a subsequent Instagram Story post, Drake hinted at his whereabouts, suggesting he was en route to Nashville with the caption, “Cashville I’m home.” This cryptic message only fueled further speculation about the leaked video and Drake’s response to the controversy.
Drake addressed a leaked video during a concert Wednesday night ‘The rumors are true’ pic.twitter.com/8uj0BgF0up
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Interestingly, Drake reportedly laughed off inquiries about the leaked footage during a private conversation with popular streamer Adin Ross. While the internet buzzed with discussions about the video, other personal matters involving individuals associated with Drake surfaced, including the divorce filing of Cory Althoff, husband of podcaster Bobbi Althoff.
Cory Althoff’s divorce filing cited July 4, 2023, as the date of separation, coincidentally the same month Drake appeared as a guest on Bobbi’s podcast. Despite rumors suggesting a romantic involvement between Bobbi Althoff and Drake, she vehemently denied any such allegations, setting the record straight in an interview with Dave Portnoy.
Drake’s humorous acknowledgment of the leaked video demonstrates his adeptness at navigating controversies with wit and charm. As speculation continues to swirl, Drake remains unfazed, leaving fans and critics alike intrigued by his enigmatic response to the viral storm.
Shivam Kumar
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