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Offset criticized fans who mentioned Takeoff's death in relation to his breakup with Cardi B, expressing his grief and asking for his cousin's name not to be brought up. The couple, who share two children, recently announced their separation, with Cardi B expressing her vulnerability and desire for a fresh start in 2024.
It has been one year since rapper Takeoff from the hip-hop trio Migos was shot and killed at a Houston bowling alley. The suspect, Patrick Clarke, was arrested and charged but maintains his innocence. Surveillance footage showed Clarke firing his weapon towards Takeoff during a fight over a dice game. Fingerprints on a wine bottle helped identify Clarke. He posted a million-dollar bond and is currently under house arrest with modified conditions. Clarke is due back in court in January 2024.
Quavo, the Grammy-nominated rapper and member of Migos, visited Washington, D.C., to raise awareness about gun violence prevention. Quavo lost his nephew and fellow band member, Takeoff, to gun violence in November 2022. He met with lawmakers and Vice President Kamala Harris to discuss ways to combat gun violence in America. Quavo and his family launched the Rocket Foundation to prevent similar tragedies in Black and brown communities.
Quavo's album "Rocket Power" serves as a heartfelt tribute to his late nephew and fellow Migos member, Takeoff. The album features posthumous appearances by Takeoff and showcases Quavo's range as an artist, with a mix of emotional and upbeat tracks. Quavo pays homage to Takeoff through his lyrics and production choices, while also having fun with his flows. The album highlights Quavo's growth as a musician and his dedication to continuing the musical legacy he started with Takeoff.
A man who was injured in a shooting that killed rapper Takeoff of the group Migos is suing the Houston venue where the incident occurred, alleging inadequate security. The lawsuit claims that the venue failed to provide additional security despite knowing the event would draw a large crowd, including celebrities. The plaintiff, who was working as Takeoff's personal assistant, was hit by stray bullets and had to make his own way to the hospital. He is seeking damages for his injuries, loss of future earnings, and medical expenses. A grand jury has already indicted a suspect on a murder charge in connection with Takeoff's death.
Offset and Quavo reunited onstage for the first time since their fellow Migos member Takeoff was tragically shot and killed in November 2022 at the 2023 BET Awards. Cardi B, who collaborated with Migos on songs like “MotorSport” and “Drip,” tweeted that she was proud of the boys during the show. The reunion comes after rumors of an alleged argument between the guys backstage at the Grammys, where Offset was not included in Quavo’s tribute to Takeoff.
Cardi B was ecstatic as Offset and Quavo reunited for a tribute to Takeoff at the 2023 BET Awards, marking their first performance since Takeoff's untimely death. The Migos honored Take with a special performance of "Hotel Lobby" and "Bad and Boujee," and Cardi B recorded her genuine reaction to the unexpected development. The reunion came after the pair squashed their beef to celebrate Take's birthday, and they were seen wearing clothing commemorating "the Last Rocket."
Quavo and Offset reunited for their first public performance in years to pay tribute to their former Migos bandmate, Takeoff, at the BET Awards. The duo performed "Hotel Lobby" and "Bad and Boujee" while an image of Takeoff was shown on the screen behind them. The reunion was significant as the two had reportedly been estranged since Migos broke up two years ago.
Quavo and Offset of Migos reunited for the first time since Takeoff's death to perform "Bad and Boujee" at the BET Awards 2023. Quavo previously shared a tribute song to his late nephew at the Grammys. The Migos' last album was Culture III in 2021.
Quavo and Offset reunited for a Migos performance at the BET Awards as a tribute to their late bandmate Takeoff, who died in November. The duo performed "Hotel Lobby" and "Bad and Boujee" while an enlarged image of Takeoff was displayed on the screen behind them. This was the first time the two performed together since Takeoff's death. Fans expressed their joy on social media, and Quavo and Offset shared the performance on their accounts.
The ongoing feud between Cardi B and blogger Tasha K has been reignited, with Tasha claiming she's the reason for the delay of Cardi's sophomore album and suggesting Cardi has been paying for studio time with endorsement deals and plastic surgery bills. Tasha also took a dig at Cardi's husband Offset's legal battle with his label and brought up the late Takeoff, knowing it would push Cardi's buttons. Tasha plugged a collab between Ice Spice and Cardi's longtime rival Nicki Minaj as the icing on her revenge cake.
Quavo and Offset put their alleged backstage brawl behind them to honor their late Migos bandmate Takeoff with a lantern ceremony on what would've been his 29th birthday. The Georgia natives and others donned white T-shirts baring the face of the two-time Grammy nominee, who was shot multiple times in the head and torso in Texas on November 1. The in memoriam lantern read: 'To those whose name has been extinguished, let this light represent our love and compassion. We will never forget you.'
Quavo and Offset were spotted together at Takeoff's 29th birthday celebration, marking the first time they've been seen together on camera since Takeoff's death. The event featured the releasing of several sky lanterns in Takeoff's honor, and the former partners in rhyme also posed in a group photo. There has been speculation that Quavo and Offset haven't been seeing eye-to-eye since Takeoff's death, but their reunion at the birthday celebration suggests they have extended the olive branch.
Quavo paid tribute to his late nephew and Migos bandmate Takeoff on what would have been his 29th birthday, more than seven months after he was killed in a shooting outside a Houston bowling alley. Quavo shared photos and videos on Instagram and Twitter, and announced that his forthcoming solo album will be titled "Rocket Power" in honor of Takeoff. The suspect in the shooting, Patrick Xavier Clark, has been indicted on a murder charge.
Quavo, Offset, and other artists paid tribute to late Migos member TakeOff on what would have been his 29th birthday. TakeOff was tragically shot and killed during a dice game in November 2022. Quavo and Offset shared heartfelt messages on social media, while Rich The Kid expressed his love for his close friend and collaborator. The alleged killer, Patrick Xavier Clark, was formally charged with TakeOff's death in late May, and his mother filed a wrongful death suit against the Houston bowling alley where he was killed.