The Rumor That Set the Internet On Fire

In recent weeks, Tamar Braxton has found herself at the center of wild rumor mills. The internet exploded when unverified sources suggested she had an illicit liaison with Love & Hip Hop star Mendeecees Harris—a man married (though sometimes only symbolically) to Yandy Smith-Harris. The rumor quickly spread on social media platforms, tabloid websites, and online forums, with sensational headlines such as Tamar cheated with Mendeecees — Yandy beat her up!” fueling the frenzy.

Almost immediately, Tamar responded publicly to quell speculation. She clarified that the romantic link to Mendeecees is actually part of her upcoming creative project: both a film and album titled Heartbreak Retrograde, starring Mendeecees as her love interest in the narrative—not a reflection of real-life events. The “hook-up” was staged.

Tamar’s PR Play or Bold Statement?

Media Take Out stated that Tamar’s so-called “injury”—reportedly finding herself in a “pool of blood,” requiring facial and dental surgery—was also a publicity stunt tied to her upcoming album and movie. Behind it lay a carefully orchestrated strategy: fake tragedy, enter Mendeecees rumors, spark mass conversation, then reveal it’s all tied to her Heartbreak Retrograde rollout.

In the official trailer drop, Tamar is seen in candid conversations about her romantic struggles—scenes with her mother, her ex-husband Vincent Herbert, and other close confidants. Then she appears cozy with Mendeecees, confirming his role as her love interest in the narrative, not a real-life affair.

What Did She Actually Say? Tamar Speaks

Although Tamar hasn’t directly addressed the cheating rumors in conventional interviews, her actions and public reveals speak volumes. She hasn’t confirmed or denied an affair—but cleared the air by confirming the Mendeecees involvement is fictional, part of her new creative project. This approach has cleverly shifted speculation away from personal scandal toward artistic storytelling.

Yandy Smith-Harris: The Unwitting ‘Victim’?

Meanwhile, Mendeecees Harris’s wife, Yandy, has been dragged into the chaos—without any wrongdoing on her part. Fans on forums have speculated viciously:

Also y’all can’t convince me that he ain’t having affairs / been having them… He clearly doesn’t want to be married but only is there basically because Yandy held him down…”

…he is. Yandy was lying to save face about this girl… he has been DM’ing.”

Though these are fan theories and gossip, they underscore how quickly Yandy became part of the narrative—even when the original story was fictional and designed for entertainment purpose only.

Tamar’s Strategy: Genius or Tacky?

To many, Tamar’s rollout may look like a marketing masterstroke—keeping herself trending, controlling the narrative, and building anticipation ahead of her album and film launch.

But not everyone is impressed. Some fans feel she crossed a line:

It’s a savvy move—but if a little messy. Fans are already split. Some are laughing it off… Others say she crossed a line by making her supporters believe she was seriously injured.”

Creating a fabricated personal crisis, then revealing it was a ploy—some admire the creativity, others view it as manipulative and disrespectful to her audience’s trust.

Broader Context: Tamar and Cheating Controversies

This isn’t the first time Tamar’s personal life has become tabloid fodder. In 2021, she publicly accused her ex-boyfriend, businessman David Adefeso, of infidelity. He responded by filing a cease-and-desist order, firmly denying Tamar’s claims and calling them false.

While unrelated to the Mendeecees story, it shows Tamar’s history of blurred lines between personal drama and public narrative—whether intentional or not.

Final Verdict: Fiction, Drama, and Marketing

In summary:

Tamar Braxton did not cheat with Mendeecees. The rumors were entirely staged and fictional, designed to promote Heartbreak Retrograde.

Yandy Smith-Harris became a collateral character in the fabricated drama. The “Yandy beats Tamar up” narrative is completely made up by social media and tabloids—not based on truth.

The stunt raises questions about modern celebrity PR tactics—how far is too far? Tamar’s strategy is undeniably attention-grabbing, but for many, it’s a creative gamble that risks audience backlash.