Jay-Z has publicly admitted to cheating on Beyoncé, acknowledging that his infidelity was linked to personal issues from his childhood and emotional shutdowns
. While specific details about who he cheated with have often been the subject of rumors and speculation, one name frequently mentioned is Rachel Roy, the ex-wife of entrepreneur Dame Dash. However, Rachel Roy has dismissed these allegations
. Other rumors have involved various women, including some suggestions of affairs with female artists like Rihanna, Foxy Brown, and Maya, but these remain unconfirmed or disputed
. Beyoncé's sister, Solange Knowles, has been notably protective and confrontational regarding Jay-Z's alleged cheating, famously attacking him in an elevator incident that many speculate was related to infidelity
. In summary, Jay-Z admitted to cheating on Beyoncé but has not publicly confirmed the identity of the woman or women involved. The most discussed name in the media is Rachel Roy, though she denies the claims
