Detroit’s Dank Demoss, a rapper and influencer, has filed a lawsuit against Lyft after one of its drivers reportedly declined to pick her up, citing concerns about her weight. The driver claimed his small car and tires couldn’t safely accommodate her, despite her insistence that she could fit in.
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A TikTok video of the encounter went viral, sparking debate over whether the driver’s refusal was a safety issue or discrimination. The rapper insists she never needed a larger vehicle before and felt insulted when the driver brought up his tires.
@realbigdankdemoss2 @Lyft I’m humiliated and embarrassed #wrong #discrimination ♬ original sound – realbigdankdemoss2
The legal complaint states that Lyft and the driver violated civil rights laws related to discrimination. Her lawyers emphasize that weight-based refusal is both illegal and potentially
Meanwhile, Lyft stated it does not tolerate discrimination and is investigating. Public opinion is split, with some saying the driver acted responsibly for safety, while others side with Dank Demoss over unfair treatment.
