Offset Released From Hospital After Florida Shooting

The rapper is recovering and focused on his family, health, and music after being hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries.

Apr. 10, 2026 at 11:13pm

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Offset, the 34-year-old rapper, was shot in the valet area outside of Seminole Hard Rock in Hollywood, Florida on April 6. He was taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries and has since been released. Offset expressed gratitude for the support he's received and said he's focused on his family, recovery, and music going forward.

Why it matters

As a high-profile celebrity, any incident involving Offset raises concerns about public safety and security, especially in entertainment hubs like Florida. The shooting also highlights the ongoing challenges artists face with violence and the need for improved safety measures at events and venues.

The details

According to police, the shooting occurred around 7 p.m. on April 6 in the valet area of the Seminole Hard Rock in Hollywood, Florida. Offset was taken to Memorial Regional Hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. Rapper Lil Tjay was arrested and charged with disorderly conduct in connection with the shooting, but his lawyer denied any involvement. The investigation to identify additional suspects is ongoing.

  • The shooting occurred around 7 p.m. on April 6, 2026 in Hollywood, Florida.
  • Offset was released from the hospital on April 10, 2026.

The players

Offset

A 34-year-old rapper, whose given name is Kiari Cephus, who was shot and hospitalized in Florida.

Lil Tjay

A rapper who was arrested and charged with disorderly conduct in connection with the shooting, though his lawyer denied any involvement.

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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!”

— Offset, Rapper

“Lil Tjay has not been shot, nor has Lil Tjay been charged with any shooting. Any reporting to the contrary is false.”

— Dawn M. Florio, Lil Tjay's Lawyer

What’s next

The investigation to identify additional suspects involved in the shooting is ongoing.

The takeaway

This incident highlights the ongoing challenges artists face with violence and the need for improved safety measures at entertainment venues. As Offset recovers, the focus will be on his family, health, and return to music.