The renowned Puerto Rican singer, Daddy Yankee, appeared in Federal Court in Puerto Rico this Thursday for a hearing concerning the recent lawsuit he filed against his former spouse, Mireddys González-Castellanos, and her sister, Ayeicha González. "I had hoped it would have been different. I was always willing to cooperate and open to agreements, but here we are," the artist stated as he arrived at the courthouse, addressing the media gathered outside.
According to a report by Telemundo 51, Mireddys González attended the hearing alongside her sister. Upon arrival, she refrained from discussing details, merely acknowledging that it is a "fairly painful" process.
The lawsuit alleges that both women unauthorizedly accessed emails and confidential files, deleting critical information during the period when legal control of the corporations El Cartel Records, Inc. and Los Cangris, Inc. was being determined. Daddy Yankee's legal team claims this alleged sabotage disrupted crucial operations, including the La Última Vuelta World Tour and the sale of his music catalog, seeking $12 million in compensation alongside additional punitive damages.
Amidst this legal confrontation, Daddy Yankee has made a bold decision: to leave behind the stage name that made him a legendary figure and start anew as DY. "Daddy Yankee" is a trademark jointly held with his ex-wife and sister-in-law, and to avoid further disputes and secure his earnings, the artist chose to change his stage name.
Legal Battle and Name Change Insights
Why did Daddy Yankee file a lawsuit against his ex-wife?
Daddy Yankee filed the lawsuit accusing his ex-wife and her sister of unauthorized access to emails and confidential files, which allegedly disrupted operations of his corporations and damaged his business interests.
What is the significance of Daddy Yankee changing his stage name?
The name change to DY marks a strategic move to avoid further legal disputes and protect his income, as "Daddy Yankee" is a shared trademark with his ex-wife and her sister.
What compensation is Daddy Yankee seeking in the lawsuit?
Daddy Yankee is seeking $12 million in compensation for the alleged sabotage and additional payments for punitive damages due to the disruption of his business operations.