Ex-assistant's Abuse Allegations Against Busta Rhymes Finally Addressed
In a recent turn of events, Busta Rhymes, the renowned rapper, has found himself embroiled in a legal dispute with his former assistant, Dashiel Gables. Gables has accused Rhymes of various offenses, including assault, battery, intentional infliction of emotional distress, and wage and hour violations.
According to the allegations, Gables claims that he was improperly classified as a salaried employee and did not receive overtime pay despite working long shifts of up to 18 hours for a flat daily rate of $200. Furthermore, Gables alleges that Rhymes used homophobic slurs against him and mocked his hearing impairment by telling him to “get a hearing aid.”
However, Busta Rhymes has vehemently denied all these allegations. In an interview with People magazine, Rhymes called the lawsuit an "attempted shake-down by a disgruntled former assistant" after Gables was let go. Rhymes also stated that he is preparing a countersuit, which he believes will expose the claims as baseless and damaging to his reputation.
The alleged assault is said to have occurred on January 10, 2025, at Rhymes’ Brooklyn residence, according to Gables’ timeline of events. Gables began working for Rhymes in July 2024.
The lawsuit was filed in federal court this week, and the details outline the conflicting claims in the lawsuit and countersuit between Busta Rhymes and Dashiel Gables. In summary:
| Aspect | Allegations by Dashiel Gables | Busta Rhymes’ Response | |----------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------|----------------------------------------------------------| | Assault & Battery | Physical assault at Brooklyn home | Denies assault, calls allegations false | | Emotional Distress | Intentional infliction via slurs and mockery | Denies, calls it a shake-down | | Wage & Hour Violations | Improper classification, unpaid overtime despite long shifts | Denies improper wage practices | | Language & Treatment | Use of homophobic slurs and mocking hearing impairment | Denies and refutes claims | | Legal Action | Lawsuit filed in August 2025 | Preparing countersuit to refute claims |
This ongoing legal battle between Busta Rhymes and his former assistant promises to be a fascinating case to follow. Rhymes has expressed confidence that the truth will prevail, and he is looking forward to proving the allegations false.
The legal dispute between Busta Rhymes and his former assistant, Dashiel Gables, has brought implications for the entertainer's reputation, as Gables' allegations of assault, emotional distress, wage and hour violations, and inappropriate language have reached the public. Moreover, the involvement of celebrities in such matters adds an extra layer of intrigue, as the case unfolds in court.
