Offset Breaks Silence After Shooting Outside Florida Casino

The Migos rapper was hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries following the incident.

Apr. 10, 2026 at 7:21pm

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An extreme close-up photograph of a single spent bullet casing on a dark, textured surface, lit by a harsh, direct camera flash, conceptually illustrating the violence of the shooting incident involving the rapper Offset.A stark visual representation of the violent incident that left Offset hospitalized, raising concerns about security at entertainment venues.Hollywood Today

Offset, the Migos rapper, spoke out on social media after being released from the hospital following a shooting outside the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino in Hollywood, Florida on April 6. The 34-year-old rapper, whose real name is Kiari Kendrell Cephus, sustained non-life-threatening injuries in the incident. A spokesperson for Offset said he was 'currently at the hospital receiving medical care' after the shooting.

Why it matters

Offset is a high-profile rapper and member of the popular hip-hop group Migos. Any incident involving a celebrity of his stature is likely to draw significant media attention, especially one involving gun violence. The shooting also occurred at a major entertainment venue, raising questions about security and safety at such locations.

The details

According to police, Offset was shot outside the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino in Hollywood, Florida on April 6. He was taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. A spokesperson for Offset later confirmed he had been released from the hospital and was 'up and walking.' Rapper Lil Tjay was arrested at the scene and charged with disorderly conduct, but his lawyer denied he was involved in the shooting with Offset.

  • Offset was shot outside the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino in Hollywood, Florida on April 6, 2026.
  • Offset was released from the hospital on April 10, 2026.

The players

Offset

A 34-year-old rapper and member of the hip-hop group Migos, whose real name is Kiari Kendrell Cephus.

Lil Tjay

A rapper who was arrested at the scene of the shooting and charged with disorderly conduct, though his lawyer denies he was involved.

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What they’re saying

“Thank you to everyone who's checked in on me and showed me love! I'm good….but I'm planning to be better! I'm focused on my family, my recovery, and getting back to the music…realizing that life is made up of quiet wins and loud losses….Life's a gamble and I'm still playing to win.”

— Offset, Rapper

“Lil Tjay has not been shot, nor has Lil Tjay been charged with any shooting. Any reporting to the contrary is false. We encourage people to consult trusted news sources, and to verify the occurrence of any reporting, before reflexively sharing or repeating baseless rumors.”

— Dawn Florio, Lil Tjay's Attorney

What’s next

The investigation to identify one or more additional persons involved in the incident is ongoing.

The takeaway

This shooting incident involving a high-profile rapper like Offset highlights the ongoing challenges of gun violence and security at entertainment venues, even for celebrities. It also underscores the importance of verifying information from trusted sources before spreading rumors, as seen in the conflicting statements about Lil Tjay's involvement.