In a recent interview with the We In Miami Podcast on July 27, Coi Leray’s father, Benzino, opened up about the allegations of him being an absent father to his rising star daughter. The co-founder of Source Magazine couldn’t hold back his emotions as he addressed the sensitive topic.
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Host Slim Stunta broached the subject delicately, asking if Benzino felt that his daughter owed him an apology. The 58-year-old responded with grace, stating, “I have thick skin, man. I’m one of those people like, let’s just forget it and move forward.”
However, as the conversation delved deeper into the relationship, the former Love & Hip-Hop star’s emotions began to surface.
“I went through a lot, man,” Benzino confessed, tears welling up in his eyes. “And it was hard for me to be looked upon — like, I’ve been called all kinds of s**t, but a deadbeat dad? Come on, man.” Benzino shares.
Refuting accusations of envy and hindering Leray’s career, Benzino shared his genuine love and concern for his daughter. “I love my daughter. I don’t want to be that. I don’t want to be known as that. I don’t care what people think, but that hurts me. That’s my daughter, I raised her.” He expressed.
Amidst the heartache, the interview took a hopeful turn when Benzino recounted his recent attendance at Coi Leray’s performance at Rolling Loud Miami. He described the moment as “surreal” and couldn’t help but praise his daughter’s talent. “She’s amazing, man. Like, for real, no bulls**t. I love her. Seeing her like that… You can say I’m biased, but honestly, like, I don’t see nobody else doing that. She’s amazing.” Benzino explained
In a touching gesture, Coi Leray invited Benzino to join her backstage after her performance at Rolling Loud. Clearly moved by the experience, the musician shared that it was “the first time he ever, ever saw me perform.”
The interview shed light on the complexities of family dynamics, especially in the public eye. Coi Leray has previously spoken about her relationship with Benzino, which led to the interview questions.
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