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Express Tribune
7 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
T-Rex suffers onstage seizure during NOME 15 battle against Geechi Gotti
Battle rapper T-Rex reportedly experienced a medical emergency during a live performance at the Ultimate Rap League's NOME 15 event in New York City on Saturday, June 22. The Harlem native collapsed mid-performance during the first round of his battle against Geechi Gotti, as captured in circulating social media footage. Popular battle rapper T-Rex suffered a seizure on stage while delivering bars in New York City — Daily Loud (@DailyLoud) June 23, 2025 Context around the incident points to extreme weather conditions, with New York City temperatures reaching nearly 100 degrees that day. According to TMZ, T-Rex had allegedly requested water before the event began, prompting speculation about a possible heatstroke. However, no official cause has been confirmed, and fans are encouraged to avoid drawing conclusions. Thankfully, T-Rex appears to be recovering. He later posted on Twitter, thanking those who supported him during the health scare. 'Thank God for JuJu, I appreciate you so much,' he wrote, referencing a close friend who may have assisted during the episode. Fans, fellow artists, and industry colleagues shared their well-wishes and support online. Geechi Gotti, his opponent, showed concern and solidarity at the venue and afterward. 'I'm about to go head to the hospital to go check on my boy,' Gotti said at the time. 'We came in here with his folks and his family. We gon' check on Rex right now. Prayers to bro, 'cause that s**t way more important than any battle.' Later, he tweeted, 'Just saw my boy in the hospital! He was doing better. Let's continue to pray for bro and send good energy his way.' While the battle was cut short, the situation revealed the deep camaraderie within the battle rap community. T-Rex, a foundational figure in the scene, is now recovering, and his return to the stage will no doubt be met with continued support from fans and peers.
Courier-Mail
14 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Courier-Mail
Battle rapper T-Rex suffers seizure mid-battle during live showdown onstage
Don't miss out on the headlines from Music. Followed categories will be added to My News. A veteran US freestyle rapper has suffered a medical emergency while in the middle of a rap battle. T-Rex – real name Randy Sullivan – was freestyling against his opponent Geechi Gotti at the Ultimate Rap Battle's NOME 15 event at the Gramercy Theatre in New York when he collapsed and appeared to have a seizure live on stage. In a clip going viral on social media, the Harlem battle rap legend – who was headlining the event on Sunday – was midway through the first round when he abruptly fell to the floor and began to convulse. Rap battle T-Rex faces off with opponent Geechi Gotti during a rap battle event in New York. His collapse caused panic among his crew, who tried to pull the rapper back up before urging each other to 'turn him on his side'. Paramedics soon arrived to transport him to a nearby hospital, with rap media outlet Let's Talk Battle Rap providing an update from the event. 'Rex was conscious before the Paramedics left to the hospital,' they tweeted. According to TMZ, New York is currently experiencing a heatwave and many suspect T-Rex could have suffered from heat stroke after he was reportedly seen begging for a bottle of water before his battle began. Midway through the first round, T-Rex suddenly collapses. The popular rapper's crew look on in horror as he began to convulse on stage. His opponent Geechi Gotti – real name Marcus Fantroy – spoke out about the incident at the venue, expressing concerns for the popular star. 'I'm about to head to the hospital to check on my boy,' Gotti said. 'I came in here with his folks and family. So we gon' go up there and check on Rex right now... Prayers to bro because that s**t is way more important than any battle.' In the wake of the shocking incident, T-Rex took to social media to confirm he's doing better after friend and battle rap nurse Juiceboxxx, who was by his side, tweeted, 'Right place. Right time. I'm glad you're okay.' 'Thank god for JuJu I appreciate you so much,' T-Rex replied. 'Also my cuzin D-Boy love you n***a.' T-Rex and Geechi Gotti were the headline act for the event. Relieved fans have also showed the battle legend some love on social media. 'Rest up rex and i am so happy [Juiceboxxx] was there to help. Praying for you,' one tweeted, while another wrote, 'Glad to hear your Ok, brother, thanks to all who help in that situation.' 'You scared the sh*t out of us. Glad you good!' another commented, with one tweeting, 'Prayers to you Rex you bouta come back the best version of you.' T-Rex has been a prolific battle rapper since the late 90s. In his career, he has faced off with MCs including his cousin Murda Mook, Loaded Lux, Math Hoffa, Charlie Clips, and Hitman Holla. Originally published as Battle rapper T-Rex suffers seizure mid-battle during live showdown onstage
