Claressa Shields Responds to Remy Ma Drama: “It’s About Respect, Not a Man”

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - DECEMBER 04: Olympic boxer Claressa Shields attends the Los Angeles Premiere of Amazon MGM Studios' "The Fire Inside" at the DGA Theater Complex on December 04, 2024 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Amanda Edwards/Getty Images)
Claressa Shields, the undisputed world champion boxer, is not backing down from any fights, whether they’re in or out of the ring. In a recent sit-down with Jemele Hill, the self-proclaimed ‘Greatest Woman of All Time’.
Talked about her ongoing feud with rapper Remy Ma and the rumor that she had an alleged connection with Remy’s husband, Papoose. Shields made it obvious where she stands in the drama that is making the internet buzz, without missing a beat.
How It All Started
Claressa Shields and Remy Ma’s tensions have been simmering for months, for those who haven’t been paying attention. The drama reached new heights when Remy was accused of leaking private text messages between Claressa and Papoose. Remy’s claim that Claressa was Pap’s girlfriend caused social media speculation. Claressa has firmly denied any romantic involvement with Papoose, but she doesn’t want the drama to get away, especially when it comes to her personal boundaries being crossed.
Claressa Talks to Jemele Hill: ‘It’s Not About a Man’
Claressa’s chat with Jemele Hill led to her questioning if she would fight Remy Ma. Her answer was swift and cheeky: “Just $1 at this point.”
Shields stressed that her problem with Remy is not related to Papoose or the accusations of cheating. “It don’t have nothing to do with whatever else. It’s just that part alone,” Claressa said, referring to Remy allegedly leaking her phone number. “I’m a businesswoman—don’t leak my number. Why would you do that?”
The Alleged Texts: Fact or Fiction?
Remy’s posting of screenshots of alleged text messages between Claressa and Papoose in December lead to an escalating controversy. Fans were enraged by the receipts, with Remy accusing Pap of cheating with the boxing champ. Papoose was quick to speak up, stating that Remy was the one responsible for ending their marriage. Despite not speaking much about the alleged texts, Claressa is adamant that the rumors are untrue. Shields has expressed that she is not romantically involved with Papoose and does not want any gossip to tarnish her storied boxing career.
What’s Next for Claressa and Remy?
Despite the drama, Claressa Shields remains unwavering. It’s unclear if they will ever compete in a boxing ring, but Shields has already delivered her fiery responses. Despite social media eagerly anticipating the next chapter in this saga, she remains focused on protecting her reputation and staying above the fray.
In her own words, Claressa put it best: “Drama sells, but my integrity isn’t for sale.”
Will Claressa and Remy settle their fight in the ring or will there be more calmness? The future is unknown, but there’s no doubt that this story is far from finished.