When Rita Ora found herself ensnared in the whispers of Jay-Z's alleged infidelity, she discovered a steadfast "protector" in none other than Beyonce. During an intimate reveal on the latest episode of the "Begin Again with Davina McCall" podcast, the 34-year-old vocal powerhouse opened her heart about being erroneously speculated as "Becky with the good hair"—a moniker tied to the rumors swirling around Jay-Z's fidelity during Beyonce's release of her album, Lemonade.
As the host delved into the controversy, a subject subtly addressed in Beyonce's song "Sorry," Ora gracefully dismissed its impact, noting that she had been "affected worse" by other matters. With a touch of humor, she remarked, "Because it wasn't real. I wish I had good hair!" She continued, painting a vivid picture of her first brush with public scandal: "That was the first time I experienced the turbulence of a messy situation, I suppose."
Behind the scenes, Ora confessed, Beyonce emerged as her very own "fairy godmother." "She was my protector," Ora said, her tone filled with awe. "It's insane because the bond was pure love. Being signed to JAY-Z, her husband, and having her as my biggest inspiration, it was surreal when she attended my debut show in New York at The Box."
With a heartfelt warmth, Ora elaborated, "I was genuinely upset because she's my big sister protector. She took it upon herself to watch over me. To this day, she remains incredibly kind and proud, taking the time to inquire about my childhood friends and family, remembering their names with genuine care."
