Daddy Yankee Files $250 Million Lawsuit Against Ex-Wife and Her Sister Over Alleged Financial Mismanagement
Daddy Yankee has reportedly filed a $250 million lawsuit against his ex-wife, Mireddys González, and her sister, Ayeicha González Castellanos, accusing them of financial mismanagement, breach of contract, and defamation.
The 49-year-old Puerto Rican rapper, best known for his global hit Gasolina, filed the lawsuit on March 4, 2025, according to Billboard and the Los Angeles Times.
Allegations of Financial Misconduct
The lawsuit claims that González and Castellanos, who previously held executive roles in Daddy Yankee’s companies, allegedly withdrew $100 million from corporate bank accounts before they were forced by court order to relinquish control.
The allegations focus on two of Yankee’s businesses:
- El Cartel Records (founded in 1997), where González was previously CEO.
- Los Cangris Inc., where Castellanos served as secretary/treasurer.
Upon regaining control of his companies, Yankee—whose real name is Ramón Luis Ayala Rodríguez—reportedly discovered deleted emails, uncashed royalty checks that had expired, and various administrative and fiscal irregularities.
“Mireddys and Ayeicha González Castellanos concentrated power beyond their authorization, making negligent and selfish decisions that harmed both the companies and Daddy Yankee as an artist,” the lawsuit states, according to the Los Angeles Times.
The suit further alleges that the sisters failed to provide accurate financial records, ignored corporate legislation requirements, and mismanaged funds to the detriment of the company.
$80 Million Bank Withdrawal Dispute
In December 2024, Daddy Yankee had already filed a motion against González, claiming she made an unauthorized withdrawal of $80 million from El Cartel Records‘ bank account, according to Billboard.
Divorce After Nearly 30 Years of Marriage
The lawsuit comes just months after Daddy Yankee and González announced their divorce in December 2024, following nearly 30 years of marriage.
The couple, who married in March 1995, share two adult children: Jesaaelys, 28, and Jeremy, 26.
At the time of their separation, Daddy Yankee shared a heartfelt message on Instagram Stories, writing:
“With a heart full of respect and honesty, I want to share important news about my personal life. After more than two decades of marriage and months of trying to save my marriage, my lawyers have responded to the divorce petition filed by Mireddys.”
“I respect Mireddys’ decision and appreciate the time we shared—full of blessings, values, and love. Our beautiful family will always remain our priority.”
Legal Battle Continues
Attorneys for both parties have not yet responded to requests for comment, and the legal dispute is expected to unfold in court in the coming months.