On Friday, the courtroom witnessed the first hearing of a lawsuit filed by reggaeton superstar Daddy Yankee against his wife, Mireddys González, and her sister, Ayeicha González. The case involves allegations of irregular transfers totaling $100 million from the bank accounts of El Cartel Records and Los Cangris into their personal accounts.
The music icon arrived at the court with his son, Jeremy, while Mireddys was accompanied by their daughter, Jesaaelys. Despite attempts by the media to extract comments from Daddy Yankee, he maintained a composed demeanor, responding with cautious words and a continuous smile.
The Judge's Call for Harmony
According to Puerto Rican outlet El Vocero, Judge Anthony Cuevas Ramos emphasized the importance of maintaining harmony throughout this legal battle, considering the nearly three decades the couple spent together. "Let's not add more fuel to the fire. We need to figure out how to resolve this issue regarding access to corporate information in a more harmonious way… I believe we should facilitate the process for both parties to find peace and resolve their differences in a less legalistic manner," he stated.
Agreement Reached Amid Tensions
Despite a tense atmosphere where both sides defended their stances through legal representatives, an agreement was eventually reached. Daddy Yankee will resume his role as president of the corporations Los Cangris and El Cartel Records, with this transition set to occur by December 26th.
The settlement also stipulates that $75 million within the corporate accounts will remain untouched, and any financial transactions exceeding $100,000 will require mutual consent from both parties. Additionally, Daddy Yankee agreed to provide a monthly report to Mireddys González regarding all company-related matters.
FAQ on Daddy Yankee's Legal Case
What was the lawsuit filed by Daddy Yankee about?
The lawsuit involved allegations of irregular transfers of $100 million from the bank accounts of El Cartel Records and Los Cangris to personal accounts of Mireddys González and her sister.
What agreement was reached in the court hearing?
The agreement included Daddy Yankee returning as president of the corporations, with $75 million in corporate accounts remaining untouched. Any future transactions over $100,000 require approval from both parties, and a monthly report will be provided to Mireddys González.