Did Jay-Z take the phrase “all black everything” to the next level? Well, according to British newspaper Daily Star, during his Brit Awards after party that’s exactly what the rap superstar did.
The newspaper is claiming that white people were not allowed into the VIP area of London’s Merah nightclub, where the New York-bred emcee held his after party. The night was already marred by fights involving crazed fans, who were clamoring for a chance to get close to the star. But, the event completely went downhill after security personnel guarding the doors to the VIP, where the superstar was located, turned away white people seeking entrance, while letting black partygoers straight through.
Kim Dawson, music reporter for the publication, wrote: “I’ve been to countless showbiz bashes but never have I met meatheads like those at the Jay-Z party. Jay-Z is a megastar and yet it was clear white people were not welcome in his VIP area. While the red rope was lifted for black guests to breeze through, let’s just say it stayed down if your face didn’t fit. I have never felt so intimidated. It left me feeling like a mauled dog.”
Also in attendance at the party was pop star Alesha Dixon, who reportedly left early out of disgust with the way the celebration was handled.
While talking with Daily Star, she reportedly stated, “My friends have been getting knocked about and no-one seems to care. I need to get out of here. What a horrible end to the night. I was having a blast at my record label party and now the mood is soured. I wish I’d never come.”
In response to the allegations, a representative for Jay-Z stated that the security for the party is not affiliated with the rapper, but was instead hired by the nightclub.