Offset, Cardi B's Ex-Husband, Shot and Hospitalized in Florida
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Los Angeles, April 7 (NationPress) The ex-spouse of Cardi B, renowned rapper Offset, known for his affiliation with the hip-hop collective Migos, was shot in Florida, according to various reports.
As per TMZ, the rapper is reported to be "fine" and is "currently in the hospital receiving medical attention."
The three-time Grammy nominee was injured near the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino. Although details about the incident remain limited, his representative confirmed that he is "stable and under close observation."
According to the Seminole County Police, a statement was provided stating: "We are aware of an incident that took place at a valet area after 7 p.m. on Monday outside of Seminole Hard Rock Hollywood, resulting in non-life-threatening injuries to an individual who was taken to Memorial Regional Hospital in Hollywood."
Officials were on the scene promptly, and they managed to contain the situation quickly. Two individuals have since been apprehended by law enforcement, and an investigation is ongoing.
Authorities affirmed, "The area is secure, and there is no threat to the public. Normal operations are continuing," as reported by deadline.com.
Nee Kiari Cephus, Offset, contributed significantly to the mumble rap movement during the 2010s as a member of Migos, alongside fellow artists Quavo and Takeoff.
The group, which was formed in 2008, gained fame with hits like "Bad and Boujee" and "Walk It Talk It," as well as collaborations with artists such as Drake, Lil Uzi Vert, Nicki Minaj, and Cardi B.
In 2017, Offset worked with 21 Savage and Metro Boomin on the album Without Warning, with the lead single "Ric Flair Drip" becoming Offset's highest-charting track. Following the tragic death of Takeoff at age 28 in Houston, Texas, in 2022, Migos disbanded a year later.
As a solo artist, Offset has collaborated with Travis Scott, JID, Don Toliver, Gunna, and others.
Recently, Offset has continued to produce music, releasing a surprise mixtape Haunted by Fame in 2025. This 11-track project features contributions from YoungBoy Never Broke Again and NoCap.