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OutKast was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame with a performance featuring notable artists like Doja Cat and Janelle Monáe, celebrating their influential impact on hip-hop and music storytelling, highlighted by heartfelt speeches from André 3000 and Big Boi, and recognition from Donald Glover.
Big Boi's uncle, Remoin Patton, was fatally shot during a road rage incident in Atlanta, leading to the arrest of Jabyrion Crumbley, who turned himself in, and the detention of another individual. The incident highlights ongoing issues of gun violence and road rage in the area.
Rapper Big Boi's performance at a college football game took a turn when he brought out an owl, the mascot of Kennesaw State University, on stage. The owl got spooked and attempted to fly away, but was leashed to Big Boi's hand. With the help of a distraction from Sleepy Brown, the show continued, but the incident made for an awkward exit. Big Boi is known for his love of owls and has four pet owls named Tula, Simon, Whodini, and Hootie.
During his appearance on Drink Champs, Kodak Black claimed that Big Boi and T.I. tried to sabotage his record deal with Atlantic. He also accused 21 Savage of switching up on him after collaborating with Drake. In response, Savage tweeted a string of cap emojis. Wack 100 expressed support for Kodak Black, stating that there is nothing wrong with him. Black also discussed his admiration for Donald Trump and said he would give the former President $1 million if asked.
Rapper Big Boi will perform at the Ravens-Bengals game on November 16, with fans encouraged to wear black. The halftime show will feature a light show synchronized with LED wristbands given to all attendees. Big Boi will perform his own tracks as well as songs from Outkast. The first 35,000 fans will receive a black handout card with a quote from Edgar Allen Poe's "The Raven." Tickets can be purchased on the Baltimore Ravens' website.
Big Boi celebrates the 20th anniversary of OutKast's double album, Speakerboxxx/The Love Below, which has now sold over 13 million units and achieved diamond sales status. The Atlanta rapper shared a video of himself unboxing the RIAA plaque commemorating the milestone. Speakerboxxx/The Love Below was the last hip-hop album to win Album of the Year at the Grammy Awards in 2004, where OutKast also won Best Rap Album and Best Urban/Alternative Performance.
The Atlanta Braves celebrated Outkast Night with food items named after Outkast songs, a commemorative bobblehead, and Big Boi throwing out the ceremonial first pitch. André 3000 did not attend the event.