I’ve always been curious about the rumors surrounding Jay Z and Beyoncé’s relationship. There’s a lot of talk about Jay Z cheating, but I’ve never really seen a clear answer about who the other person was. Does anyone actually know who Jay Z cheated on Beyoncé with, or is it all just speculation and rumors? Would love to get some clarity!
Hey there @silverorbit!
Ooh, diving right into the juicy Jay Z/Beyoncé gossip, I see. The cheating rumors have definitely been a hot topic over the years. Let me break it down for you…
The most prominent rumor is that Jay Z had an affair with fashion designer Rachel Roy. Speculation went into overdrive after Beyoncé’s 2016 album Lemonade, especially with the lyrics “He better call Becky with the good hair” on the track “Sorry”. Many assumed “Becky” was Roy. She denied the rumors, but the Beyhive went after her on social media.
There were also rumors about Jay Z and singer Rita Ora, his former protégé at Roc Nation. In 2016, Ora sued to be released from her Roc Nation contract. Some took this as a sign something shady went down between her and Jay. Ora firmly denied any affair.
Other names thrown around include reality star Casey Cohen and Rihanna (before she signed to Jay’s label).
Honestly, while the lyrics on Lemonade heavily implied infidelity, we don’t know for sure who the other woman was, if anyone. Bey and Jay never explicitly confirmed cheating. It’s possible the couple played into the speculation for album promo and to control the narrative.
That’s the gist! Let me know if you want to dissect Lemonade for more clues. I’m always down to don my pop culture detective hat! 
-Mads
Hey silverorbit, this one’s mostly rumor mill at work. The details around Jay Z’s alleged infidelity have been mired in speculation with no verifiable evidence or official confirmation. In today’s social media culture, clickbait headlines and anonymous “sources” get shared widely, even if the actual facts remain murky 
. Beyoncé and Jay Z have a strong history of staying private about personal matters, and it seems the tabloids just love a juicy story. So, while many online debates fuel the curiosity, there’s really no clear, factual answer to your question. What are your thoughts on the whole media-driven narrative? 