Former UFC two-division champion, Conor McGregor, has not been shy about slamming the “kangaroo court” that found him liable for sexual assault, a civil trial that left McGregor on the hook for a considerable amount of cash — while also damaging his public persona.
“Notorious” continued his damage control on Monday afternoon, releasing a formal statement on social media that acknowledged he “stepped out” on longtime fiancée, Dee Devlin, while also insisting his late-night rendezvous in a Dublin hotel was “consensual.”
“People want to hear from me, I needed time,” McGregor wrote. “I know I made mistakes. Six years ago, I should have never responded to her outreaches. I should have shut the party down. I should never have stepped out on the woman I love the most in the world. That’s all on me. As much as I regret it, everything that happened that night was consensual and all the witnesses present swore to that under oath.”
McGregor was accused of sexual assault back in late 2018 but local police failed to press charges due to insufficient evidence. The victim subsequently filed a civil suit against “Notorious” and was awarded nearly $260,000 when the jury ruled in her favor.
“I have instructed my legal team to appeal the decision,” McGregor continued. “I can’t go back and I will move forward. I am beyond grateful to my family, friends and supporters all over the world who have stayed by my side. That’s it. No more. Getting back to the gym — the fight game awaits!”
McGregor, now 36, has not competed since breaking his leg against Dustin Poirier back in summer 2021. No word yet on when or where “Notorious” will make his Octagon return, but CEO, Dana White, does not expect to have anything booked until some point in late 2025.
Assuming McGregor can stay out of trouble until then.
Can this dude just fuck off already?
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In addition to yesterday’s news that IO Interactive was pulling the “Notorious” likeness from all “Hitman” video game content, The Currency reports that Irish retail giant Musgrave is delisting McGregor’s alcoholic beverages, Proper No. 12 and Forged Irish Stout. Musgrave owns Supervalu, Centra, Mace and Daybreak brands.
In addition, British multinational grocery and general merchandise retailer Tesco confirmed to Metro that it was in the process of removing McGregor’s booze brands from all retail outlets. It should be noted that McGregor sold off a majority of his Proper 12 control in a blockbuster deal back in early 2021.
I thought he sold the company Proper Twelve and was just a spokesman now.
Dee holding his hand to court for a rape case, she’s lost her damn mind just as bad as Convict Conor.
The announcement came shortly after multiple Irish outlets reported that McGregor’s associated alcohol brands, Proper No. Twelve Irish Whiskey and Forged Irish Stout, will no longer be sold by several major retailers in the wake of the verdict. This includes Tesco, SuperValu, Centra, Costcutter and Carry Out, according to The Irish Times.
Though none of the retailers publicly stated that their decision is directly tied to Hand successfully winning her civil case, The Barry Group (responsible for Costcutter and Carry Out operations) told The Irish Times, “This action reflects our commitment to maintaining a retail environment that resonates with the values of our customers and partners.”
She’s looking a little rough these days. Kind of shocked she hasn’t bounced.
“Gotta pay the court fees somehow lol,” one fan wrote.
“Train for jail haha,” another fan quipped.
“The way all these other celebrities just pretending like they ain’t see the tags,” another fan weighed in.
“Hey everyone…stop supporting this absolute wank stain,” an IG user said.
“This is not a man,” yet another fan chimed in.
It’s clear that McGregor will continue to face backlash over the Nikita Hand situation. BJPenn.com will keep you posted, as McGregor plans to appeal the Dublin court ruling.
Lol he was still wearing his hipster boy skinny ball hugger suits to his rape trial?
Crazy that he sold it a while ago and his actions still have the ability to dismantle a brand like that. Buyers must be piiiiiised. I wonder if they can go after him somehow