Daddy Yankee's return to the headlines isn't about a new tour or a record-breaking hit; this time, it's a high-stakes legal showdown that blends family drama with millions of dollars on the line.
After a tense hearing, the reggaeton superstar, whose real name is Ramón Luis Ayala Rodríguez, was seen leaving the United States Federal Court for the District of Puerto Rico in San Juan.
© REX Features/Shutterstock /The Grosby GroupThe court appearance follows a bombshell lawsuit he filed against his ex-wife, Mireddys González, and her sister, Ayeicha González. At the heart of the dispute are allegations that the sisters intentionally deleted and withheld crucial business records from their companies, El Cartel Records, Inc., and Los Cangris, Inc., causing millions in damage.
According to the 27-page filing, Daddy Yankee isn't pulling any punches. The document accuses the sisters of "secretly deleting and withholding essential business records with the deliberate intention of causing harm." His legal team is seeking $12 million in damages, plus an additional $5 million in punitive damages for each company, and $1 million in compensatory damages per company, which could soar well beyond $20 million.
Calculated Moves and Alleged Betrayal
The lawsuit paints the situation as more than just sloppy record-keeping. It claims the sisters acted strategically, timing their alleged deletions for maximum impact, as they were about to lose control of the legal entities. The filing even ties this to an earlier state court battle involving the alleged transfer of $100 million out of the companies.
© REX Features/Shutterstock /The Grosby GroupAmong the claims is that key communications tied to massive business deals vanished, including documents linked to the multi-million dollar sale of Daddy Yankee's music catalog and his farewell tour, "La Última Vuelta World Tour." These records were reportedly critical to the winding down of his empire and handling ongoing legal matters.
One of the more striking accusations centers on events late last year. The filing alleges that, after the first lawsuit in Puerto Rico, the sisters deleted a company email account packed with sensitive data, under the pretense of protecting personal privacy. In Daddy Yankee's view, this abuse of access wiped away valuable historical information.
A Family Rift in the Spotlight
While the legal battle concerns companies and contracts, the fallout has been deeply personal. His eldest daughter has reportedly stepped up to help manage company affairs, but the family strain is impossible to ignore. His younger daughter, Jesaaelys, has openly described the relationship as "more than lacerated," underscoring how the dispute has bled into private life.
© Instagram @jesaaelysThis isn't the first time Daddy Yankee's personal and professional worlds have collided in court. Still, the intensity of this round has drawn particular attention because it comes right after his surprise return to music.
It remains to be seen whether this court battle ends in a settlement, a massive payout, or a prolonged war. What's clear is that Daddy Yankee's fight is about control, legacy, and trust.
If the accusations are true, the case could be one of Puerto Rico's most talked-about entertainment lawsuits in recent years.
