The network issues a statement regarding the big accusations after Bobby threatened to sue his 'Baddies' co-star if she refuses to apologize for lying about his health status.
- October 24, 2024
AceShowbiz - Zeus has taken action amid the drama between "Baddies" co-stars Tommie Lee and Bobby Lytes. On Wednesday, October 23, the network issued a statement addressing Tommie Lee's claim in which she said that Bobby admitted to having AIDS.
Refuting the claims, Zeus said in the statement, "In light of the statements made my Tommie Lee regarding Bobby's health status during the most recent broadcast of the 'Baddies Caribbean Reunion,' we would like to address and clarify the following: The remarks in question, uttered by Tommie Lee, do not reflect factual information." The network also noted that the claims "should not be construed as a representation of truth."
"We wish to explicitly affirm that any assertions made by Tommie concerning Bobby's health were entirely unfounded and inaccurate," it continued, before concluding, "This clarification is issued to ensure that our audience receives accurate information and to maintain the integrity of our program."
The statement came after Bobby threatened to sue Tommie if she refuses to apologize for lying with the AIDS allegations. "I'm going to do what I should have done years ago. I don't care how much time and money it takes. Mark my words!!!" he wrote on X.
"Khia, Tasha K and Tommie all gotta see me in court!! I'm done with allowing black woman to weaponize health statuses against gay black men," he added. Calling their behavior "disgusting," Bobby continued, "Someone needs to teach them a lesson!!! I hope you got your lawyers, because I have my blood work and STD results! I won't just be submitting my HIV negative status but I will also be submitting all 14 test results from my panel. Good luck ladies!!!"
In a separate post, he said that the accusations took a toll on his mental health. "I have not been able to sleep, and my anxiety has heightened. I have entered a state of depression and my reputation is being tarnished by one person's choice to blurt out a pure and organic lie," he shared.
"I feel humiliated in this scenario because this time it was a person I once considered a friend. I've dealt with these types of rumors in the past from other individuals I did not know personally, so I let it go and did not take it personal," the TV star continued.
Ending his post, he wrote, "In this case it is personal and that's what makes it so painful. I hope and pray Tommie is willing to do the right thing and be honest. I am going to give her the opportunity to retract what she said and make it clear! If not my hand will be forced to file a defamation law suit against her as well."
Tommie, meanwhile, has yet to comment on the threat.