Rick Ross has issued a forceful and impassioned defense of Floyd Mayweather, directly addressing the persistent rumors that the boxing legend is facing financial ruin. In an exclusive and wide-ranging statement, the rap mogul and close confidant of Mayweather dismissed the speculation as baseless, insisting that the former champion’s net worth is far greater than the public can possibly comprehend.
“I just said this a few times in my DM. Do I believe Mayweather broke? No. No,” Ross stated emphatically, his tone leaving no room for doubt. “Please don’t listen to the rumors. Little bro is worth way more money than you can imagine.” The remarks came as social media and entertainment outlets have churned out repeated claims that Mayweather, once known for his lavish spending, has depleted his fortune.
Ross did not stop at simply denying the rumors. He pivoted to a broader critique of how information about Mayweather is reported and consumed. The rapper pointed a finger at media outlets, specifically contrasting the reach and credibility assigned to black-owned platforms versus mainstream ones. “It’s so crazy,” he said, “like say if it’s TMZ, right? We know TMZ is not black owned. If something comes out on Shade Room, they say it’s false because it’s black people. But if something comes out on TMZ, they say it’s real because they have a bigger platform.”
The 45-year-old artist then challenged the public’s relentless focus on Mayweather’s finances. “Everybody always worried about what Floyd got, but what do you got?” Ross asked, repeating the question for emphasis. “What do you got?” He argued that the narrative surrounding Mayweather is unfairly skewed, driven by a media ecosystem that profits from negativity.
Rick Ross also highlighted Mayweather’s enduring influence in the sport of boxing. “Big homie got… and not only that, how much paper Mayweather done made is how much more money he going get. He is still the face of boxing,” Ross declared. This assertion directly counters reports that Mayweather has become irrelevant or that his earning days are behind him. Ross insists that Mayweather’s promotional company, Mayweather Promotions, remains a force.
Ross did not shy away from referencing specific controversies, including the public dispute with Logan Paul following their 2021 exhibition fight. “The Logan boy said that you didn’t pay him for the fight,” Ross acknowledged, but he did not directly answer the allegation. Instead, he pivoted to a broader theme: “In the fight game, they always point the finger and say it’s Floyd’s fault. The honest truth, I’m still a fan of boxing.”
The rapper also addressed questions about Mayweather Promotions’ current leadership, noting the absence of former partners like Leonard Ellerbe and Richard Schaefer. “Who are you working with presently with Mayweather Promotions?” Ross asked rhetorically, turning the question back on the media. “You want to be the champ? Talk to me.” The remark suggested that Ross himself might be more closely aligned with Mayweather’s business operations than previously known.
Ross’s defense comes at a critical moment for Mayweather, who has been the subject of multiple 𝓿𝒾𝓇𝒶𝓁 reports alleging bankruptcy, property seizures, and unpaid debts. In recent weeks, videos and articles have circulated claiming that Mayweather is selling assets and struggling to maintain his lifestyle. Ross directly addressed the real estate rumors: “It’s no different from when people get to talking about real estate. Oh, Floyd don’t got this and Floyd don’t got that. All of you just tell me what y’all got.”
The magnitude of Ross’s statement cannot be overstated. As a multi-millionaire entrepreneur and one of hip-hop’s most respected voices, his endorsement carries weight in both the entertainment and sports industries. “I want people to really understand this,” Ross said, his voice growing more intense. “If something was to come out on Shade Room, they going to say it’s false because it’s black people. But if something come out on TMZ, they going to say it’s real.”
Ross concluded by reaffirming Mayweather’s unmatched earning power. “How much paper Mayweather done made is how much more money he going get. He going get.” The rapper’s remarks are likely to reignite the debate over Mayweather’s true financial standing, but Ross made it clear that he stands firmly by his longtime friend and business associate.
In an era where celebrity wealth is constantly scrutinized and often exaggerated, Rick Ross’s intervention serves as a powerful counter-narrative. He is not just defending Mayweather; he is challenging the media machinery that profits from tearing down black success stories. “Just do your homework on guys like this,” Ross advised. “Is it exhibition, or are you going to do anything professionally as well?” The question, though directed at the media, seems to apply to the entire rumor mill surrounding Floyd Mayweather.
As the story continues to develop, sources close to Mayweather have not yet issued an official statement. However, Ross’s emphatic and detailed rebuttal has already sent shockwaves through the boxing and entertainment worlds. The rumor that Floyd Mayweather is broke may have just met its most formidable opponent.
