Ashanti isn’t afraid to stir the pot—and she did just that during a recent Hot Ones: Versus episode with longtime love Nelly.
The R&B queen, back in the spotlight with new music and a reality show, dropped a cheeky question about a moment fans have speculated on for years.
“I have a question… I may regret this,” Ashanti teased, flashing a sly smile at Nelly. “You mentioned you brought someone with you to Verzuz… who was that?”
She was referring to their iconic 2021 Verzuz battle, where the couple reunited after nearly a decade apart. The night was romantic to many—but Ashanti clearly remembers the “mystery guest” who accompanied Nelly that evening.
Nelly Caught Off Guard—And Dodges the Question
Nelly laughed nervously, clearly caught off guard by Ashanti’s question.
“You know what, I don’t even remember that lady. She was a nobody,” he joked, trying to deflect.
Ashanti didn’t push further, letting him squirm as he quickly reached for a scorching hot wing—clearly using the heat as a shield to avoid spilling any more secrets.
To this day, the identity of the mystery woman from that Verzuz night remains a playful secret between the couple.
From Spicy to Sweet: Nelly Opens Up About Ashanti’s Music
Beyond the heat, Ashanti and Nelly have been sharing heartfelt moments about their relationship.
In a recent Cocoa Butter interview, Nelly reflected on his favorite Ashanti song.
“‘Rain on Me’ was at a different time in our relationship,” he said. “We gon’ slide that along and stick with ‘Baby.’ […] Some of those records include my brother Ja [Rule]. But ‘Baby’ is all my wife. I’m riding with that one.”
New Music, Reality Show & Unbreakable Chemistry
With fresh tracks like “This Lil’ Game We Play” and their upcoming reality show, Ashanti and Nelly are proving their love story is far from over.
Fans can expect plenty of laughs, love, and a little extra spice as the duo keeps serving both musical and relationship goals.
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