UPDATE: In a shocking turn of events, Drake and Adin Ross have been hit with another class-action lawsuit regarding their controversial partnership with Stake. Just announced on December 31, 2023, in Virginia, plaintiffs LaShawnna Ridley and Tiffany Hines accuse the duo of engaging in fraudulent marketing practices that mislead consumers about the true nature of the online gambling platform.
This new legal action adds to the mounting pressure on Drake and Ross, who have faced scrutiny for their promotional activities with Stake, which is allegedly operating as one of the largest illegal online casinos. The lawsuit claims that Stake misrepresents itself as a site that does not involve real money gambling, leaving users vulnerable to misleading practices.
According to Ridley and Hines, customers have been led to believe they are playing with virtual currency when, in fact, they are spending real money. The plaintiffs argue that this deception has been ongoing since at least 2022, resulting in financial harm to unsuspecting users.
In their lawsuit, the plaintiffs describe Drake and Ross as “zealous” and “paid” promoters of Stake, accusing them of attempting to conceal the full extent of their actions. They allege that both celebrities have participated in live-streamed gambling, wagering large sums that were allegedly funded by Stake itself, rather than their own money.
The lawsuit further claims that through Stake’s internal tipping system, Drake received funds for “artificial streaming,” which involved fraudulent techniques to inflate streaming numbers for his music. The plaintiffs highlight a specific instance where a public tip of $100,000 was used to boost these artificial streams.
As of now, neither Drake nor Ross has publicly commented on this developing lawsuit. This legal challenge is likely to have significant implications for their public images and future business endeavors, as the scrutiny surrounding their partnership with Stake intensifies.
WHAT’S NEXT: The legal proceedings will unfold in the coming weeks, and both celebrities will need to address these serious allegations. Stake’s response to the lawsuit will also be pivotal, as it continues to navigate its marketing strategies in a highly competitive and controversial online gambling industry.
Stay tuned for more updates as this story develops, and share your thoughts on how this lawsuit could impact the future careers of Drake and Adin Ross.