Quavo Shows Support After Offset Shooting in Florida
Rapper Offset, the former Migos member and ex-partner of Cardi B, was shot near the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Hollywood, Florida on Monday evening. The 34-year-old artist, whose real name is Kiari Kendrell Cephus, sustained non-life threatening injuries and was transported to Memorial Regional Hospital. His condition has been described as stable, with a representative confirming he is "fine" and under close medical monitoring.
Quavo's Emotional Response and Lil Tjay's Denial
Hours after the incident, Offset's former Migos bandmate Quavo, 35, shared a simple praying emoji on Instagram, offering a public show of support. This gesture comes amid swirling rumours linking fellow rapper Lil Tjay to the shooting. The 24-year-old artist swiftly released a statement through his attorneys at the Dawn M Florio Law Firm to address what he called "false rumours."
The statement explicitly denied any involvement: "Lil Tjay has not been shot, nor has Lil Tjay been charged with any shooting. Any reporting to the contrary is false." The legal team urged the public to consult trusted news sources and verify information before sharing unsubstantiated claims.
Police Investigation and Witness Accounts
The Seminole Police Department confirmed they responded immediately to the incident at the valet area after 7 p.m. on Monday. Two individuals were detained at the scene, though the investigation remains ongoing. Authorities assured the public that the situation was contained quickly, the site is secure, and there is no ongoing threat.
Video circulating on social media allegedly shows police officers attempting to restrain two men near the valet stand following the shooting. Witnesses described Offset smiling and interacting with fans just minutes before the attack, shaking hands and posing for photos near the entrance while taking a phone call.
Historical Context and Personal Background
This chilling incident occurs more than three years after the tragic shooting death of Offset's fellow Migos member Takeoff in Houston, Texas. Takeoff, 28, was killed outside a bowling alley in November 2022, with 23-year-old Patrick Xavier Clark charged in connection with the shooting. Clark's trial, delayed for several years, is now scheduled for November.
The loss of Takeoff led to the disbandment of Migos, with surviving members Quavo and Offset pursuing solo careers. Offset has released several successful projects including his debut solo album Father of 4 in 2019, followed by Set It Off in 2023, and most recently Kiari in August 2025.
Offset's Personal Life and Relationships
Offset was previously in a high-profile relationship with rapper Cardi B, 33. The couple shares three children: daughters Kulture, 7, and Blossom, 17 months, along with their 4-year-old son Wave. Their relationship has been marked by several separations and reconciliations since their secret marriage in 2017, with Cardi B most recently filing for divorce in July 2024.
Offset also has three older children from previous relationships: sons Jordan Cephus, 16, and Kody Cephus, 11, along with daughter Kalea Marie Cephus, 11. The rapper's extensive family connections add emotional weight to this latest violent incident in his life.
