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Rapper Lil Poppa, real name Janarious Mykel Wheeler, was pronounced dead around 11 a.m. in Fulton County, Atlanta, at age 25; the cause of death is pending investigation. Signed to Yo Gotti’s Collective Music Group, he was known for projects like Blessed, I Guess, and the Under Investigation mixtapes, and had teased a video for his single “Out Of Town Bae” in a recent Instagram post.
Fetty Wap, the New Jersey rapper known for hits like 'Trap Queen,' was released from federal prison after serving over three years of a six-year sentence for drug trafficking conspiracy, and is now under home confinement while focusing on community initiatives.
Up-and-coming rapper POORSTACY, known for blending genres like hip hop, punk, and metal, was found dead at 26 in Florida, with fans speculating suicide as the cause; he had collaborated with notable artists and released multiple albums and EPs.
Rapper Poorstacy, known for his genre-blending style, died at 26 following an incident at a Florida hotel, with fans and fellow artists paying tribute; cause of death remains unconfirmed.
50 Cent responded on Instagram to his ex Vivica A. Fox's warning to women not to date rappers like him, referencing their brief past relationship and recent comments, highlighting their complicated history and ongoing social media exchanges.
Harlem rapper Max B was released from prison after serving 16 years for his involvement in a botched armed robbery that resulted in a man's death. His sentence was reduced from 75 to 20 years after legal appeals, and he has continued to release music from prison. His friends and collaborators celebrated his release, and Max B has hinted at new music soon.
Rapper Jabari 'Baby Uiie' Henley, son of alleged Rollin’ 60s leader Big U, was shot and killed outside a smoke shop in South Los Angeles, with the investigation ongoing and no arrests made yet.
Memphis rapper Pooh Shiesty, whose real name is Lontrell Williams, has been released from federal prison after serving time for firearms and drug charges, and is looking forward to returning to music.
Georgia rapper T-Hood, aged 33, was shot and killed at his home in Snellville during a dispute, with authorities investigating the incident as a homicide. One person has been detained, and the motive remains unclear.
Silentó, the rapper known for 'Watch Me (Whip/Nae Nae),' was sentenced to 30 years in prison after pleading guilty to voluntary manslaughter and related charges for the fatal shooting of his cousin in 2021, amid ongoing mental health struggles.
Iranian rapper Tataloo, once supportive of hard-line politics, faces a death sentence for insulting Islamic sanctities amid political unrest and protests, highlighting the country's crackdown on dissent and the risks faced by artists challenging the regime.
California rapper Tan DaGod was shot and killed during a meet-and-greet event at Glamor Beauty Supply in Oakland, which she had promoted online. The shooting occurred around 5 p.m. on Saturday, leaving fans scrambling for safety. Tan DaGod was rushed to a hospital but was pronounced dead. A second victim was also shot but is expected to recover. The motive for the shooting is unknown, and the gunman remains at large. Tributes have been laid outside the shop in her memory.
Rapper Travis Scott was arrested in Miami for disorderly intoxication and trespassing after a rowdy incident on a yacht. He was released on a $650 bond and later posted a meme of his mugshot on social media. His lawyer stated it was a misunderstanding with no physical altercation. Scott is set to begin the European leg of his tour next week.
Rapper YoungBoy, also known as NBA YoungBoy, has been arrested in Utah as a suspect in a large-scale prescription fraud ring. The FBI has identified him as the leader of the NBA street gang and his associates as a gang due to their structure, affiliation, and violent behavior. YoungBoy's multimillion-dollar mansion in Weber County was searched, and police found evidence related to fraudulent prescriptions and a gun. He has been booked for investigation of a pattern of unlawful activity, including drug procurement, identity fraud, forgery, possession of controlled substances, and possession of a dangerous weapon by a restricted person. YoungBoy has been on house arrest since October 2021, awaiting trial for a federal firearms charge, and his trial for the federal charge is scheduled to begin on July 15.
Memphis rapper GloRilla, real name Gloria Hallelujah Woods, was arrested in Gwinnett County after failing a sobriety test during a traffic stop for running a red light. The arresting officer detected the smell of marijuana and alcohol in the vehicle, and Woods admitted to consuming alcohol but refused a breath test. Marijuana and an open alcoholic bottle were found in the car, leading to charges of DUI, open container, and failure to obey a traffic control device.