Rapper Azealia Banks' recent comments have put UFC star Conor McGregor in the middle of a new public dispute. Banks said that McGregor gave her sexual pictures without her asking for them. She shared screenshots of what she said were direct messages. This event is just one more thing that people have been watching McGregor do in public. It happened right after he turned 37 and was seen with an unknown woman in Fort Lauderdale. The occurrences have led to a lot of talk regarding his private life, how others see him in public, and his future job possibilities.
What happened with the Azealia Banks allegations?
On July 14, rapper Azealia Banks tweeted on social media that Conor McGregor had sent her naked pictures without her asking. Banks posted screenshots of what she said were direct messages from McGregor that had graphic images in them. One picture purportedly showed McGregor with a dumbbell and the words "Lifting weights" next to it. There was also a message that said, "Don't be a rat because all rats get caught."
Banks called the claimed exchange "sexual harassment" and said that McGregor's stated plans to run for president of Ireland were questionable. X eventually took down the initial post with the explicit pictures because it broke content rules, and Banks herself was banned from the site for a short time.
The timeline of the supposed leak and claims
The "Unsolicited Nudes" Claim: What It Says and What It Says It Has
Banks said that she and McGregor had been "sending each other unsolicited nudes since 2016." But a screenshot she uploaded of their supposed chat log seemed to suggest that McGregor's sexual messages were sent recently and that there were no other communications before that. Banks' posts used strong language to openly attack McGregor and his supposed political goals.
The photographs that were said to show McGregor in sexual postures swiftly spread online before being taken down. People on social media went crazy after the rapper said what he said in public.
@MMAFanatic: I can't believe that this is making #ConorMcGregor popular again. Just when you think you've seen it all. #AzealiaBanks
Dee Devlin's Answer: Standing by Her Man?
Dee Devlin, Conor McGregor's fiancée, has always been there for him, and the two have four kids together. After Banks' claims and the pictures of Fort Lauderdale beach, Devlin first sent McGregor a birthday message on Instagram. This post had pictures of family and a statement that many people saw as a sign of continuous support.
Dee Devlin's Instagram Posts and Public Support
Devlin made her Instagram account private not long after the scandals came to light. Even still, her public birthday greetings for McGregor got a lot of attention. She has always stood by McGregor through his many legal and public problems. For instance, in November 2024, when a civil jury in Ireland found McGregor guilty of sexually abusing a woman in 2018, Devlin openly backed him, saying she trusted him and believed in him.
@RealityCheck: Dee Devlin being private on IG says a lot. Think about how she feels with all these #ConorMcGregor scandals going on. #Respect
Conor McGregor's birthday party was full with drama.
Conor McGregor turned 37 on the same day that Azealia Banks's accusations circulated. He shared pictures and videos from a yacht in Sardinia on social media, seeming to be unaffected by what was going on. The pictures showed him enjoying the finer things in life, like getting a facial with cucumber water and spending time with his young son.
McGregor's Birthday and Sightings in Fort Lauderdale
A few days before Banks' assertions, McGregor was seen in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, with a lady who was not Dee Devlin. The pictures showed them getting close on the beach, which led to suspicions regarding his relationship status. This sighting, along with the accusations that came after it, made people even more interested in his personal life.
@NewsJunkie: The "unbothered" yacht pictures that came out after the #AzealiaBanks leak are the best McGregor has ever done. Whether you love him or detest him, he understands how to get attention. #Conor
A History of Scandals: McGregor's Legal Issues and Public Events in the Past
Conor McGregor has a long history of legal and public problems that stretch back before he started fighting. The media has often paid a lot of attention to these events.
The 2019 Miami Phone Smashing Event
McGregor was arrested in Miami in March 2019 for reportedly breaking a fan's phone. The video from the security cameras showed him snatching the phone and breaking it. He was charged with robbery with a weapon and criminal mischief. The criminal charges were withdrawn when a civil suit was settled out of court.
Allegations of sexual assault and clearance
There have been several claims of sexual assault against McGregor. A woman at Dublin hotel accused him of sexual assault in December 2018. A civil jury in Ireland convicted McGregor guilty of sexually abusing Nikita Hand in November 2024 and ordered him to pay her around €250,000 in damages. McGregor says the charges are false and expects to challenge the decision.
In October 2019, there was another report about an alleged attack in a car outside a Dublin pub. In September 2020, he was arrested in Corsica for allegedly exposing himself and sexually assaulting someone, but there wasn't enough evidence to charge him with a crime. During Game 4 of the NBA Finals in Miami in June 2023, he was also accused of sexual assault. A civil complaint was launched in January 2025 because of this event.
The Kaseya Center Mascot Event
In June 2023, during the same NBA Finals game, McGregor was observed hitting Burnie, the Miami Heat mascot. Even though this event got a lot of attention, no one was charged with a crime.
@SportsInsider: From fighting in the ring to fighting off accusations. There is never a dull moment in Conor McGregor's life. #UFC
The Bigger Picture: Career, Legacy, and How the Public Sees You
These ongoing arguments have a big effect on McGregor's public image, his chances of returning to the UFC, and his political goals.
What this means for McGregor's return to the UFC and future fights
McGregor hasn't fought in the UFC since July 2021 since he hurt his leg badly. Even though he hasn't fought in a while, he still draws a lot of attention, with reports regarding a possible return popping up all the time. But having a lot of legal problems and personal scandals could make it harder to get good fighting contracts.
How it may affect his plans to run for president in Ireland
McGregor has said in public that he wants to run for President of Ireland in 2025. But political experts are not sure he will win because of legal problems and limited public support. People perceive his problems as a big problem for any genuine campaign for public office.
How the Public and Media Reacted to the Latest Controversy
There has been a lot of talk online about Azealia Banks's recent claims. People are only more curious by McGregor's silence, which was only broken by a short birthday message. People's feelings about the fighter constantly change from supporting him and criticizing what he does, which shows how polarizing he is.
@PopCultureQueen: Azealia Banks is always in the news. This #McGregorLeak is crazy, but is anyone shocked? #Notorious
Azealia Banks: The Accuser's Background
Azealia Banks is an American rapper, singer, and songwriter who is known for both her music and her outspoken public image. She grew up in Harlem, New York City, and her 2011 single "212" made her famous. Banks has been in a lot of trouble over the years because of her strong political and racial beliefs, her presence on social media, and her public fights with other people. People say she gets into fights online.
Some observers think that Banks' difficult childhood may be why she tends to share too much information in public. Her reasons for making the claims about McGregor now, especially on his birthday, may have something to do with her history of public fights.
The most recent accusations against Conor McGregor, along with his recent public appearances and ongoing legal issues, keep the UFC star in the news. Dee Devlin is still publicly supporting McGregor, but the long-term effects on his career, brand, and political goals are still unknown as these scenarios continue to develop.