Model Jazzma Kendrick has addressed the public following her recent accusations of physical abuse against rapper Rick Ross. Kendrick, who had previously shared images of her injuries, clarified the timeline of the alleged incident and spoke on her decision to come forward weeks after the event occurred.
On September 28, 2026, Kendrick clarified that the alleged assault, which she claimed resulted in a “busted” lip, took place in late August 2026. She indicated that the incident occurred about a month prior to her public disclosure.
The allegations first surfaced on September 26, when Kendrick posted photos to her Instagram Stories showing a visibly swollen and injured lip. While she directly accused Ross of causing the injury, she has not yet indicated whether a formal police report has been filed.
Relationship Timeline and Public Fallout
The sudden collapse of the couple’s relationship follows a period of public appearances. Kendrick and Ross solidified their status as a couple by making their red carpet debut at the 2026 BET Awards in June. Their last known public sighting occurred in August, shortly before the date Kendrick now cites as the time of the alleged assault.
Rick Ross has not issued a public statement or a formal denial regarding Kendrick’s allegations. While the rapper remains silent, the situation has sparked polarized reactions from figures within his immediate and professional circles. Tia Kemp, the mother of one of Ross’ children, dismissed Kendrick’s claims during a recent livestream, alleging that the injuries were self-inflicted. Conversely, longtime rival 50 Cent commented on the matter, stating that “domestic violence is not a joke,” though he simultaneously used the controversy to criticize Ross’ recent album performance.
Legal Context
The current allegations have brought renewed attention to the rapper’s past legal history regarding physical altercations. In 2017, Ross pleaded no contest to a misdemeanor battery charge stemming from a 2015 incident involving a groundskeeper at his Georgia estate. That case, which initially included charges of kidnapping and aggravated assault, resulted in a sentence of time served and a significant fine, establishing a prior legal record that continues to inform public discourse around these new accusations.
Kendrick has not yet specified if she intends to pursue civil or criminal action.
