Ne-Yo Defends His Polyamorous Relationship With 3 Women

Ne-Yo is so sick of criticism over his love life. 

The “Miss Independent” singer—real name Shaffer Chimere Smith—spoke out after facing backlash for being in a polygamous relationship with influencer Arielle Hill and two Only Fans models who go by Phoenixx Feather and Bella on social media. 

In a Feb. 20 Instagram Story, Ne-Yo mocked naysayers of his romance by writing, “Them: ‘NEYO WE DON’T APPROVE OF YOUR POLY RELATIONSHIP.'” 

Responding to the haters, the “So Sick” singer paired the comment with a selfie of him wearing a black-and-white shirt that read, “Fun fact: I don’t care.” 

To top off his clapback, the 45-year-old flashed a wide grin for the camera, proving he’s unbothered by the negativity. 

Ne-Yo—who finalized his divorce from ex-wife Crystal Renay in 2023 following seven years of marriage—first sparked rumors he was in a polyamorous relationship in July of that year, when he was spotted holding hands with Arielle and Bella on a beach in Los Angeles. The following year, he confirmed he was dating both women, in addition to Phoenixx.