Doechii Responds to Met Gala Backlash Over Assistant Controversy

Rising star Doechii has addressed recent controversy surrounding her alleged mistreatment of assistants during the Met Gala. The TDE rapper, who turned heads at the event, was seen emerging from The Mark Hotel under a portable screen, shielded by multiple umbrellas to maintain the secrecy of her outfit before stepping onto the red carpet.

A video from the moment surfaced online, in which Doechii was heard demanding, “Give me another umbrella, now. I need more fucking umbrellas!” The clip quickly sparked backlash on social media, with many criticizing her tone toward her team.

In response to the criticism, Doechii took to TikTok to clarify the situation. “All jokes aside, this was such an overstimulating night, but I wouldn’t trade it for the world. This was the night we all dreamed of, and my team killed it (umbrellas aside),” she shared, emphasizing the excitement of the event.

She further added with a touch of humor, “God forbid a girl needs more umbrellas.”

The rapper, who has been facing industry plant allegations, also addressed these rumors during her recent Billboard Women in Music speech. Reflecting on her journey, Doechii reminded the crowd of her dedication and hard work, asserting that women are equally influential in the music industry. “We are the creatives, we are the executives, and we are the innovators,” she said, proudly affirming her role in shaping the industry.

Doechii, who is making waves with her music, recently teamed up with Westside Gunn on a collaboration, further cementing her presence in the rap world. With a voice that’s clearly not afraid to speak her mind, Doechii continues to rise as one of the most exciting talents in hip-hop today.