nuOct 16, 2026, 07:36

Chance the Rapper wins years-long lawsuit against his former manager

Chance the Rapper has won a multi-year legal case against his former manager, Pat Corcoran, who was found to have breached professional duties by collecting secret profits. The rapper may be awarded up to 1.5 million dollars in damages, though his request for an additional 10 million dollars was dismissed.

Chance the Rapper, whose legal name is Chancelor Bennett, has emerged victorious in a long-standing legal battle against his former manager, Pat Corcoran. The court ruled that Corcoran failed to fulfill his managerial obligations, specifically citing the unauthorized collection of commissions from vendors as a form of secret profit. This judgment marks a significant resolution for the 33-year-old artist after years of professional conflict.

While the final financial compensation has yet to be formally determined, estimates suggest the amount could reach 1.5 million dollars. A separate request from the rapper for an additional 10 million dollars in damages was denied by the court. In a public statement, Bennett expressed his gratitude for the conclusion of the case, noting that he looks forward to sharing his perspective on the situation in the future while thanking the court for their ruling.

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Based on reporting by nu. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.

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