Cyrus Langhorne
The Verzuz battle series is suffering another setback. As anticipation has mounted for singers Ashanti and Keyshia Cole to finally face-off with their hits, the organization has announced a shocking delay for safety measures.
Verzuz Announces Crushing Setback
The Verzuz Instagram page announced its decision to reconsider its battle policies. Despite some of the most unforgettable face-offs happening in-person with both featured artists, the organization has announced it’s going back to separate locations while also appearing to delay Ashanti/Keyshia from facing off.
“This has been an emotional week. In addition, as COVID-19 numbers continue to increase, safety is a top priority for us. As much as we enjoy having everyone together in the same room, to protect the artists and everyone who works with us in putting the shows together, we’ll be going back to separate locations for a bit. We’re excited for the next few events, and look forward to getting back to the show in the coming weeks. ASHANTI VS KEYSHIA COLE: COMING SOON”
Ashanti Tests Negative For COVID-19
A few days ago, Ashanti went to her Instagram page with huge positive news. In addition to talking about her COVID negative status, Ashanti also dished on why she’ll never forget New Year’s Eve 2020.
“Feeling grateful 🙏🏽 My parents and I got our negative results back right in time to start off the New Year healthy, happy & loved. Wishing y’all all an Amazing 202WON. 🎉🎉🎉 #grateful“
“This is the first time in over a decade I actually spent New Year’s Eve/ The New Year at home. It has shown me that your life literally can change in the blink of an eye… with all of the negativity surrounding 2020 it’s also important to celebrate the positive things.. I always try to find the lesson in the “let down”.. and learn from it. All positive vibrations ✨ #202WON“
Ashanti Updates Fans On COVID-19 Battle
Around Christmas 2020, the New York native went to her Instagram page with a major news update. She revealed her mom checked out of a hospital and her dad was getting better.
“Hey yall just wanted to say thank you so much for all of your thoughts and prayers. I’ve gotten so many calls, texts, emails and DM‘s checking in on me and my family and I’m super grateful for that. I’m feeling much better… Thanking God that my mom is out of the hospital and my dad is doing well. Needless to say this will be a very different Christmas.. but still filled with gratitude and love. Thanks Bink for dropping off the herbal tea’s. 😘 Merry Christmas Eve ❤️🙏🏽”
Fat Joe Sends His Prayers
In mid-December 2020, rap veteran Fat Joe went online to speak on Ashanti’s situation. Joe also referenced her highly-anticipated Verzuz battle against fellow music veteran Keyshia Cole getting rescheduled to January 2021.
“Prayers for my sis @ashanti sorry @keyshiacole we’ll get to it JAN 9 th 🙏🏽” -Fat Joe’s Instagram
