Wendy Shay Explains Why She Removed Lasmid's Hand From Her Thigh in Viral Video

Ghanaian singer Wendy Shay has addressed social media backlash regarding a viral video where she removed a fellow artist's hand from her thigh. She clarified that the action was purely for comfort due to limited seating space and emphasized their professional rapport.
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Wendy Shay has explained why she removed Lasmid's hand from her thigh in a video that went viral on social media.
Wendy Shay explains why she removed Lasmid's hand from her thigh in a viral video. Image credit: Unruly Studio (TikTok) Source: TikTok Speaking on DJ Slim's podcast, the singer said the moment had been blown out of proportion.
The clip, which surfaced in late September 2026, showed Wendy Shay moving Lasmid's hand off her lap while the pair sat together on a couch.
Many social media users criticised her, with some insisting she owed Lasmid a public apology for embarrassing him.
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