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Given the serious allegations and the age of Rihanna at the time, one must consider ethical implications surrounding the spreading of rumors. The source mentioned they were meant to “fall on the sword” and take the heat for the rumor, which speaks to a culture of manipulation and PR strategies that often prey on the innocent. These actions not only impact the lives of those directly involved but also reflect on the industry at large, where rumors can sometimes overshadow genuine talent and hard work.