Offset Hits Back At Lil Tjay After Shooting Incident

The rappers continue their feud following a recent altercation at a Florida casino.

Apr. 9, 2026 at 11:49am

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An abstract close-up image of shattered glass and metal fragments, captured in dramatic, high-contrast studio lighting to convey the emotional intensity of the conflict between the two rappers.The violent clash between rappers Offset and Lil Tjay has left a trail of broken shards, reflecting the escalating tensions within the music industry.Hollywood Today

Offset and Lil Tjay are engaged in an ongoing feud that recently escalated after a shooting incident at a Florida casino. Lil Tjay accused Offset of being a 'rat' following the incident, prompting Offset to respond on social media. The altercation reportedly started when Lil Tjay allegedly directed his entourage to start a fight with another group, leading to someone in Lil Tjay's group pulling out a gun and firing a shot.

Why it matters

The feud between the two rappers highlights the ongoing tensions and potential for violence within the music industry. The incident also raises questions about the role of celebrity entourages and the responsibility of artists to de-escalate conflicts.

The details

According to a police report, the incident occurred on Monday night in the valet area of the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Hollywood, Florida. Lil Tjay allegedly 'directed members of his party to start a fight with another small group of males' at the casino. A surveillance video depicted Lil Tjay pointing at Offset and starting a fight. From there, someone in Lil Tjay's entourage reportedly pulled out a gun and fired a shot.

  • The incident occurred on Monday night (April 7, 2026) at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Hollywood, Florida.
  • Lil Tjay was seen on video making the 'rat' claims on Tuesday (April 8, 2026) as he bonded out of jail.

The players

Offset

A 34-year-old rapper and former member of the group Migos, who was shot and injured near the Florida casino.

Lil Tjay

A 24-year-old rapper from New York who was involved in the altercation with Offset at the Florida casino and accused Offset of being a 'rat'.

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What they’re saying

“U Ain't Buss Nun.”

— Offset, Rapper

“The last thing I see was Offset looking at me like this: 'Yo, that n*gga shot me, that n*gga shot me!' N*gga is a rat. I didn't do no damn fighting. Did I shoot? That sh*t is crazy. I will smack the sh*t out of Offset. He would never play like that with me in his life. Ask Offset.”

— Lil Tjay, Rapper

What’s next

The investigation into the shooting incident is ongoing, and it remains to be seen if any charges will be filed against those involved.

The takeaway

The feud between Offset and Lil Tjay highlights the ongoing tensions and potential for violence within the music industry. It also raises questions about the responsibility of artists to de-escalate conflicts and the role of celebrity entourages in these types of incidents.