Rick Ross Issues Cease-and-Desist to Remy Ma Over Film Title

Rick Ross has initiated legal action against Remy Ma regarding her upcoming film originally titled "The Biggest Boss." In a cease-and-desist letter sent on February 26, 2026, Ross's attorney, Leron Rogers, claims that the film, which is set to be released on Remy Ma's streaming platform, The Remy Network, improperly uses Ross's trade name and music, specifically referencing his 2008 hit "The Boss." The letter asserts that the film's title and content could mislead fans into believing Ross is affiliated with the project, thereby harming his brand and reputation.

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In response to the legal threat, Remy Ma has renamed the film to "The C.O." and released a new trailer that does not feature Ross's music. This change was made public on March 18, 2026, following the removal of the original trailer from social media. Despite these adjustments, it remains uncertain whether Ross will find this resolution satisfactory, as his cease-and-desist letter demanded not only the removal of the trailer but also the cessation of the film's production and any scheduled releases.

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"The C.O." tells the story of a prison guard who aspires to become a rapper, a narrative that parallels Ross's own journey from working as a correctional officer to achieving success in the hip-hop industry. The film's storyline and title have drawn direct comparisons to Ross's persona, prompting his legal team to argue that the project could confuse audiences regarding his involvement.

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A representative for Remy Ma stated that she was unaware of Ross's concerns prior to the cease-and-desist letter and emphasized her long-standing professional relationship with him, which spans over 20 years. The representative further noted that Remy Ma would never intentionally harm Ross's brand. Following the legal notice, Remy Ma's team has committed to enhancing their review processes to prevent similar issues in the future.

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While Remy Ma has taken steps to address Ross's concerns, the situation has sparked discussions about intellectual property rights in the entertainment industry. Critics argue that the legal action could stifle creativity and discourage artists from exploring themes that may inadvertently overlap with existing works.

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There is a lack of clarity regarding whether Ross's legal actions will continue despite the changes made by Remy Ma. The cease-and-desist letter warned of potential litigation for copyright infringement and deceptive business practices, indicating that the matter may not be fully resolved with the film's title change.

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“Not only is Ross not profiting from his own tradename and musical work, but also, viewers encountering the trailer are being confused into believing that Ross has approved or is in some way affiliated with the movie,” — Leron Rogers, Attorney for Rick Ross

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“Remy was personally unaware of the concerns raised regarding ‘The Biggest Boss’ and takes the matter seriously,” — Representative for Remy Ma

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“The Remy Network is now working closely with its partners to strengthen review processes and ensure that situations like this do not occur moving forward,” — Statement from Remy Ma's team

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