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Forbes
29-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Forbes
Who Is NBA YoungBoy—And Why Did Trump Pardon The Rapper?
DALLAS, TX - MAY 03: YoungBoy Never Broke Again performs during JMBLYA at Fair Park on May 3, 2019 ... More in Dallas, Texas. (Photo by) Louisiana rapper NBA YoungBoy is back in the headlines, this time after receiving a pardon from President Donald Trump. Here's what to know about the rapper, including what he was charged with and Trump's recent decision to pardon him. Trump has spent the week issuing a range of high-profile pardons, including those for a former New York congressman, a labor union leader and Todd and Julie Chrisley of the reality show Chrisley Knows Best, who were serving federal prison sentences for conspiracy, bank fraud, wire fraud and tax evasion. NBA YoungBoy marks another major hip-hop pardon by Trump. In 2021, during the final days of his first term, Trump pardoned or commuted the sentences of several figures in the music industry, including rappers Lil Wayne and Kodak Black; Desiree Perez, the CEO of Jay-Z's company Roc Nation; and Michael 'Harry-O' Harris, a founder of Death Row Records and a friend of Snoop Dogg who had been in prison for 30 years, according to The New York Times. ATLANTA, GA - NOVEMBER 29: (EXCLUSIVE COVERAGE) Rapper NBA YoungBoy performs onstage during Lil ... More Baby & Friends concert to promote the new release of Lil Baby's new album "Street Gossip" at Coca-Cola Roxy on November 29, 2018 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by) NBA YoungBoy, whose legal name is Kentrell DeSean Gaulden, is a 25-year-old rapper, singer and songwriter from Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Since 2015, NBA YoungBoy has released six studio albums, 26 mixtapes, and three compilation albums. Four of his albums have reached No. 1 on the Billboard 200 chart, while his song with Juice WRLD, "Bandit," became his first Hot 100 top 10 song in October 2019, according to Billboard. He's collaborated with a range of top rap acts, including Migos, Ty Dolla $ign, Lil Yachty, DaBaby, and more. Gaulden earned his first Grammy nomination in 2022 for Best Melodic Rap Performance for his feature on Tyler, the Creator's 'WUSYANAME.' People reported that Gaulden is the father of 10 children with eight different women, including Iyanna 'Yaya' Mayweather, the daughter of Floyd Mayweather. His kids have made cameos in several of his music videos, including 'death enclaimed,' 'Purge Me' and 'Kacey Talk.' The rapper will embark on his first-ever headlining tour starting in September. The 27-city U.S. tour kicks off on Sept. 2 in Dallas and will make stops in Houston, Los Angeles, Oakland, Phoenix, Denver, Chicago, Brooklyn, Boston, Philadelphia, Detroit, Orlando, Miami, Atlanta and more. SUNNY ISLES, FLORIDA - MAY 12: Sunny Isles Beach police officers stand near a van where an ... More individual was found shot to death after a shooting close by that reports say involved rapper NBA Youngboy on May 12, 2019 in Sunny Isles, Florida. Police continue to investigate both of the scenes near the Trump International Beach Resort. (Photo by) In December 2024, a federal judge in Utah sentenced NBA YoungBoy to just under two years in prison on gun-related charges after he acknowledged possessing weapons while being a convicted felon. The rapper admitted that while filming a rap video in Baton Rouge, he was in possession of a Glock 21 .45-caliber pistol and a Masterpiece Arms MPA30T 9mm handgun. He also admitted to possessing a Sig Sauer 9mm semi-automatic pistol at his home in Huntsville, Utah, The Associated Press reported. Gaulden pleaded guilty to one count related to his 2020 gun possession arrest in Louisiana and a separate count tied to a more recent gun charge filed in Utah. He reached an agreement that resolved Utah state charges and settled two sets of federal charges. One carried a 23-month sentence, and the other ordered five years of probation and a $200,000 fine, per AP. In April 2024, Gaulden was apprehended for his involvement in a massive prescription drug fraud ring while under house arrest in Huntsville, Utah. Agents raided his multimillion-dollar home after receiving a complaint that he had posed as a doctor in an effort to obtain prescription painkillers. Seven months later, he pleaded guilty to 10 state charges, including two counts of third-degree felony identity fraud, two counts of third-degree felony forgery and six counts of misdemeanor unlawful pharmacy conduct. He was sentenced to time served and fined $25,000. According to ABC4, the rapper has also faced arrests and charges for attempted murder, drug and gun offenses, assault, and kidnapping. He was under house arrest for his alleged involvement in a 2019 Miami shooting outside Trump International Beach Resort. He was relocated to Utah in 2021 as part of a courtroom deal in which his lawyers said that 'moving to Utah would keep YoungBoy out of trouble.' WASHINGTON, DC - MAY 06: U.S. President Donald Trump delivers remarks during a swearing-in ceremony ... More for Special Envoy to the Middle East Steve Witkoff in the Oval Office at the White House on May 06, 2025 in Washington, DC. Trump provided an update on the Houthi conflict in the Middle East. (Photo by) In a statement posted on his Instagram story, NBA YoungBoy thanked Trump, "pardon czar" Alice Marie Johnson and his lawyer, Brittany Barnett, for helping make the pardon possible. 'I want to thank President Trump for granting me a pardon and giving me the opportunity to keep building – as a man, as a father, and as an artist,' Gaulden wrote. 'This moment means a lot. It opens the door to a future I've worked hard for and I am fully prepared to step into this,' he continued. "And thank you to everyone who believed in me. I'm grateful. I'm Focused. I'm Ready." Two White House officials, who spoke on condition of anonymity, confirmed the artist's pardon on Wednesday evening, according to ABC News. Drew Findling, a lawyer for Mr. Gaulden who briefly represented Trump in a criminal inquiry into election interference in Georgia, said in a statement: 'I am thrilled for Kentrell that his legal journey has come to a conclusion. From Louisiana to Utah the battles have been endless, and now he can concentrate on first and foremost his family, and then, of course, his amazing career.' Findling confirmed to Rolling Stone that he was not the one who submitted the pardon application. 'I did not do the pardon application, but can confirm he was pardoned,' he said. Gaulden was released from federal prison in March 2025 and returned to Utah, local news station KUTV reported. According to Findling, the pardon means the young rapper won't have to follow the terms of his probation, including drug testing.
New York Post
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- New York Post
What do the cheapest NBA Youngboy ‘MASA Tour' tickets cost?
Vivid Seats is the New York Post's official ticketing partner. We may receive revenue from this partnership for sharing this content and/or when you make a purchase. Featured pricing is subject to change. The wait is finally over. NBA YoungBoy, which stands for YoungBoy Never Broke Again, is returning to the road for the first time since 2020. On this go-round, the 'Bandit' rapper will play arenas all over North America on his 31-concert 'MASA Tour' otherwise known as 'Make America Slime Again.' Advertisement While out and about, the Baton Rouge native is scheduled to headline in both New York and New Jersey. First up, he hits Brooklyn's Barclays Center on Saturday, Sept. 27. Two days later, NBA Youngboy drops into Newark's Prudential Center on Monday, Sept. 29. His rise to the top has been far from conventional. Since the release of his 2016 breakthrough mixtape '38 Baby' — recorded when he was just 16 — he's fathered 12 children, served a house arrest sentence for federal gun charges and scored countless hits including 'Bandit,' 'Make No Sense' and 'Wusyaname' on his 21 mixtapes, seven studio albums and three EPs he's released over his nearly decade-long career. Craziest of all, NBA Youngboy didn't think a tour — let alone a future where he wasn't incarcerated — was possible as recently as a year ago. 'I'm kinda set on going to jail right now,' YoungBoy said in a January 2024 interview with Bootleg Kev. 'So, I don't really think about too much. I guess that's just my life. I don't let it bother me or no s— like that. You make the bed you lay in.' Advertisement If you'd like to see the enigmatic Hip-Hop icon 'Make America Slime Again' on the year's most unlikely tour, tickets are available for all upcoming shows. At the time of publication, the lowest price on tickets for any one 'MASA' show we could find was $89 including fees on Vivid Seats. All other shows start anywhere from $90 to $220 including fees. For more information, our team has everything you need to know and more about NBA Youngboy's 2025 'MASA Tour' below. Advertisement All prices listed above are subject to fluctuation. NBA Youngboy tour schedule 2025 A complete calendar including all tour dates, venues and links to buy tickets can be found below. NBA Youngboy tour dates Ticket prices start at Sept. 2 at the American Airlines Center in Dallas, TX $191 (including fees) Sept. 5 at the Moody Center in Austin, TX $145 (including fees) Sept. 6 at the Toyota Center in Houston, TX $220 (including fees) Sept. 9 at the Arena in Los Angeles, CA $123 (including fees) Sept. 10 at the Arena in Los Angeles, CA $146 (including fees) Sept. 12 at the Oakland Arena in Oakland, CA $116 (including fees) Sept. 13 at the Golden 1 Center in Sacramento, CA $89 (including fees) Sept. 15 at the PHX Arena in Phoenix, AZ $105 (including fees) Sept. 17 at the Ball Arena in Denver, CO $151 (including fees) Sept. 20 at the Enterprise Center in St. Louis, MO $89 (including fees) Sept. 21 at the T-Mobile Center in Kansas City, MO $105 (including fees) Sept. 24 at the United Center in Chicago, IL $134 (including fees) Sept. 25 at the Nationwide Arena in Columbus, OH $99 (including fees) Sept. 27 at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, NY $132 (including fees) Sept. 28 at the TD Garden in Boston, MA $128 (including fees) Sept. 29 at the Prudential Center in Newark, NJ $123 (including fees) Oct. 1 at the Capital One Arena in Washington, D.C. $153 (including fees) Oct. 3 at the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, PA $138 (including fees) Oct. 4 at the CFG Bank Arena in Baltimore, MD $129 (including fees) Oct. 6 at the Little Caesars Arena in Detroit, MI $98 (including fees) Oct. 8 at the Colonial Life Arena in Columbia, SC $140 (including fees) Oct. 9 at the Colonial Life Arena in Columbia, SC $179 (including fees) Oct. 10 at the Vystar Veterans Memorial Arena in Jacksonville, FL $90 (including fees) Oct. 11 at the Kia Center in Orlando, FL $169 (including fees) Oct. 13 at the Kaseya Center in Miami, FL $109 (including fees) Oct. 15 at the State Farm Arena in Atlanta, GA $158 (including fees) Oct. 16 at the Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, TN $91 (including fees) Oct. 18 at the State Farm Arena in Atlanta, GA $169 (including fees) Oct. 19 at the Smoothie King Center in New Orleans, LA $167 (including fees) Oct. 20 at the Smoothie King Center in New Orleans, LA $136 (including fees) Oct. 22 at the Legacy Arena at The BJCC in Birmingham, AL $90 (including fees) (Note: The New York Post confirmed all above prices at the publication time. All prices are in US dollars, subject to fluctuation and, if it isn't noted, will include additional fees at checkout.) Advertisement Vivid Seats is a verified secondary market ticketing platform, and prices may be higher or lower than face value, depending on demand. They offer a 100% buyer guarantee that states your transaction will be safe and secure and your tickets will be delivered prior to the event. Still curious about Vivid Seats? You can find an article from their team about why the company is legit here. NBA Youngboy new music On March 7, NBA Youngboy put out his third compilation album 'More Leaks.' The record is likely his final project before he's let out of prison in July 25. Made up of 20 tracks, the record is multiple things at once. Songs here pop off but also cover heavy subject matter creating a whiplash effect. If you'd like to hear for yourself, you can find 'More Leaks' here. Hip-Hop icons on tour in 2025 Although it will be difficult to top NBA Youngboy's upcoming trek in terms of sheer hype, we're just as excited to catch a number of big names live these next few months. Here are just five iconic acts we can't wait to see in the near future. Advertisement • Kendrick Lamar with SZA • Tyler, The Creator • Wu-Tang Clan • Lil Wayne Advertisement • Wiz Khalifa Who else is on the road? Take a look at our list of all the biggest artists on tour in 2025 to find the show for you. This article was written by Matt Levy, New York Post live events reporter. Levy stays up-to-date on all the latest tour announcements from your favorite musical artists and comedians, as well as Broadway openings, sporting events and more live shows – and finds great ticket prices online. Since he started his tenure at the Post in 2022, Levy has reviewed a Bruce Springsteen concert and interviewed Melissa Villaseñor of SNL fame, to name a few. 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Yahoo
25-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
NBA YoungBoy Reportedly Released from Prison
Wondering what's really going on with NBA YoungBoy's release from prison? On March 24, unexpected news emerged, with reports claiming the rapper was already out—well ahead of his scheduled date. Whether you've been following his legal battles closely or just caught the headlines, this development raises major questions. Here's what we know so far about his reported release and what it could mean moving forward. NBA YoungBoy, also known as YoungBoy Never Broke Again, has reportedly been released from Talladega Federal Correctional Institution in Alabama (via HotNewHipHop). Although the prison and his attorney have not confirmed it, multiple sources suggest YoungBoy is no longer in custody. DJ Akademiks, court records, and social media posts from affiliates support this claim. His release was expected on April 26, 2025, but he was reportedly freed a month early and moved to an undisclosed location, possibly a halfway house or his home. 'UHHHHHH OHHHHH MY BABY IS BACK HOMMMEEEEEEE,' wrote NBA affiliate OG 3Three on Instagram Stories. Rich The Kid also posted 'YB Free!!!' on X. The Federal Bureau of Prisons moved YoungBoy's scheduled release date from July 27, 2025, to April 26, 2025. With time served, he reportedly served 11 months of his 23-month sentence. Authorities arrested YoungBoy on April 16, 2024, at his Utah home for running a prescription drug fraud ring and possessing firearms as a convicted felon. He was already under house arrest for a separate gun case in Louisiana. In November 2024, he pleaded guilty to 10 drug-related charges and received a suspended sentence and a $25,000 fine. In December, he pleaded guilty to the firearm charge and received a 23-month sentence. He is now under five years of supervised release, which includes conditions such as up to six monthly drug and alcohol tests and completion of mental health and substance abuse evaluations. His attorney, Drew Findling, previously stated, 'People are going to be shocked at how quickly he'll be out… So, it all may work out for him.' NBA YoungBoy has not publicly addressed his release at this time. Originally reported by Vritti Johar on ComingSoon. The post NBA YoungBoy Reportedly Released from Prison appeared first on Mandatory.
Express Tribune
21-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
NBA YoungBoy set for early release following drug fraud sentencing
NBA YoungBoy is set to be released from house arrest earlier than anticipated, with a new release date of April 26, 2025. The rapper, born Kentrell DeSean Gaulden, faced significant legal trouble in 2023 after being arrested on 63 charges tied to a prescription drug fraud scheme. These charges, which included identity theft, forgery, and possession of controlled substances, came while YoungBoy was already under house arrest at his Utah home, 'Grave Digger Mountain,' awaiting trial in an unrelated case. Following months of legal proceedings, he reached a plea deal in November 2024 — pleading guilty to 10 charges and submitting a no-contest plea for the rest. He was sentenced to 23 months in prison and 60 months of probation, with initial estimates suggesting he would remain incarcerated until July 2025. However, recent updates from music news outlet Kurrco have confirmed that his release has been moved up to April 26. This development echoes earlier speculation from DJ Akademiks, who hinted during Adin Ross' Brand Risk 005 boxing event that fans could expect YoungBoy's return sooner than expected. While the reasons for the adjusted timeline haven't been officially disclosed, the announcement has already sparked renewed excitement among fans. Despite his legal setbacks, NBA YoungBoy has remained one of hip-hop's most streamed artists, with multiple No. 1 albums like Top (2020) and Sincerely, Kentrell (2021). His hit songs — including Outside Today, No Smoke, Lil Top, Kacey Talk, and Diamond Teeth Samurai — continue to dominate platforms like YouTube and Spotify. With his release on the horizon, fans are eager to see what's next for the chart-topping rapper.
