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Lauryn Hill Speaks Out in Support of Rohan Marley Amid Old Rumors

Lauryn Hill Speaks Out in Support of Rohan Marley Amid Old Rumors

Lauryn Hill defended former partner Rohan Marley against longstanding infidelity rumors on his 52nd birthday, revisiting their history together and how their family has evolved since.

A Birthday Message With a Deeper Purpose

New Jersey singer-songwriter Lauryn Hill used Rohan Marley's 52nd birthday on Tuesday to publicly stand behind the businessman, pushing back on rumors of infidelity that have followed their relationship for years. The 50-year-old East Orange-born artist shared the tribute the following day, Wednesday, through Instagram, praising Marley for continuing to serve as her protector and defender.

In the post, Hill expressed lasting gratitude toward Marley for everything they've shared, describing him as the father of her children and someone she still appreciates deeply, while wishing him a day filled with recognition. She also included a series of photos spanning the years, showing Marley, herself and their children together.

Hill, who was in a relationship with Marley from 1996 to 2009, used the post to directly address one of the most persistent rumors surrounding their relationship. She made clear that he "never cheated on me" reflecting on the early days of their romance and closing the message with an affectionate note calling him "King." According to Complex, the former couple share five children together.

From Clothing Line to Business Empire

Marley, the son of late reggae icon Bob Marley, first stepped into entrepreneurship in his early 30s with the launch of his own clothing line, Tuff Gong. That initial venture marked the beginning of what has since grown into a broader business portfolio. According to Black Enterprise, Marley now owns several companies spanning coffee, cannabis and hospitality, including a beachside hotel in Mexico.

A Family Bond That Predates This Latest Post

This isn't the first time Hill has spoken publicly about her relationship with Marley. Back in 2011, she addressed their family dynamic directly, denying claims that she had ever been abandoned by Marley and emphasizing that the two remained united in raising their children — among them vocalist YG Marley and model Selah Marley, according to Complex.

In that earlier post, Hill acknowledged that she and Marley shared a long and complicated history that had often been misrepresented publicly, while noting that despite periods of separation over the years, "our five children together remain a joy to both of us."

Taken together, Hill's recent birthday tribute and her past statements paint a consistent picture: a co-parenting relationship that has weathered years of public speculation while staying centered on their shared family.