JAY-Z has opened up about the devastating toll of a dismissed lawsuit, revealing that he and Beyoncé faced death threats in a recent declaration supporting his legal battle against attorney Tony Buzbee.

The lawsuit, filed by a Jane Doe accuser who alleged assault by JAY-Z and Diddy, was ultimately dismissed with prejudice. Despite this, the emotional and financial repercussions have been severe for the power couple.

In the declaration, JAY-Z detailed the distressing ordeal, citing death threats and accusations ranging from being labeled a "satanist" to facing violent threats against him and his wife. The timing of Buzbee's lawsuit, on the eve of their daughter's movie premiere, added to the strain as JAY-Z felt pressured to choose between supporting his family and avoiding negative media attention.

Describing the lawsuit as an "existential threat" to his reputation, JAY-Z expressed the mental anguish of feeling targeted for destruction. The impact was not just emotional but also financial, with the rapper claiming the loss of $20 million in Roc Nation contracts virtually overnight due to the damaging allegations.

In a bold move, JAY-Z criticized Tony Buzbee on social media, vehemently denying any claims of payment to drop the suit. The saga paints a stark picture of the intricate web that is fame and legal battles, shedding light on the stark realities faced by even the biggest names in the industry.