If you’ve been on social media this week, you might’ve seen a wild claim floating around — something about R&B singer Johnny Gill and actor Eddie Murphy allegedly being caught in an intimate moment by a man who calls himself “Flash.”
Yep. It’s giving 2005 gossip blog energy, and Johnny Gill is not here for it.
So, What Happened?
A man identifying as a male escort recently claimed in an interview that he saw Johnny Gill and Eddie Murphy making out. The internet did what the internet does — ran with it, reposted it, and reignited one of those old-school celebrity rumors that never really had receipts in the first place.
But instead of ignoring the drama, Johnny Gill came in hot with a response — and it’s clear he’s not letting this one slide.
Johnny’s Response Was Loud, Clear, and Honestly Kind of Furious
In a long (and very uncensored) statement posted online, Gill shut the rumor all the way down. He didn’t just deny it — he called the claim a straight-up lie, said he’s not going to be the celebrity who stays quiet, and made it clear he’s ready to take legal action.
Here’s the breakdown of what he said:
- He called the accuser’s story fake and attention-seeking.
- He made it clear he’s never had any romantic interaction with a man and especially not with Eddie Murphy.
- He said people have been dragging around the same tired rumor for years, but now that someone is saying they personally witnessed it, that’s where he draws the line.
- He’s fed up with how easily people believe anything on the internet without fact-checking.
And in case there was any doubt, he said he’s ready to take it to court. “Let’s see this man stand ten toes down in the courtroom,” he wrote.
The Bigger Picture
Johnny’s real frustration seems to be with how fast lies spread online — and how quick people are to believe them just because they saw it on TikTok or Twitter. For celebrities, that can mean dealing with the same false stories over and over, no matter how often they deny them.
As of now, Eddie Murphy hasn’t said anything publicly about the situation. Also important: there’s no actual evidence behind the accuser’s story. Just words.
Why It Matters
Whether you’re a fan of Johnny Gill or not, this story is a reminder of how messy things can get online — and how easily someone’s name can be thrown into a viral rumor. Gill’s response makes one thing clear: he’s not here for it, and he’s ready to fight back with legal action if necessary.
In the end, this is less about tea and more about how we treat truth, especially in a time when anyone can go viral with a lie.