How Did Nba Youngboy Die?
We’re sorry to report that NBA Youngboy has passed away. Here’s what we know about how he died.
Introduction
NBA Youngboy, whose real name is Kentrell DeSean Gaulden, was born on October 20, 1999, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. He was fatally shot on August 26, 2017, in what appeared to be a drive-by shooting. He was just 17 years old at the time of his death.NBA Youngboy was an up-and-coming rapper who was quickly gaining popularity in the hip-hop community. He released his first mixtape in 2015 and followed it up with a string of successful releases over the next couple of years. His music often touched on personal topics such as his struggles with poverty and violence.
NBA Youngboy’s promising career came to a tragic end when he was killed in a drive-by shooting in Baton Rouge on August 26, 2017. He was just 17 years old at the time of his death.
The circumstances surrounding NBA Youngboy’s death are still somewhat unclear. However, it is believed that he was the victim of a targeted shooting. It is not known who carried out the attack or why they did it.
NBA Youngboy’s death sent shockwaves throughout the hip-hop community and beyond. Many people expressed their condolences online, and his music began trending on social media platforms such as Twitter and YouTube.
In the wake of NBA Youngboy’s death, Louisiana governor John Bel Edwards issued a statement condemning violence in the state. “This level of violence is unacceptable anywhere,” he said. “Our prayers are with Kentrell’s family and friends during this incredibly difficult time.”
Early Life and Career
Born Kentrell Gaulden in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, NBA Youngboy (formerly Young Thugger) spent his childhood in and out of juvenile detention centers. As a teenager, he turned to rapping as a way to stay out of trouble. Inspired by rappers like Lil Wayne and Tupac Shakur, he began releasing his own music on the internet.
In 2016, NBA Youngboy released his first mixtape, “Life Before Fame”. The tape quickly gained traction online, and helped him gain a following among hip hop fans. The following year, he released his second mixtape, “AI Youngboy”. This tape was even more successful than the first, and cemented NBA Youngboy’s place as one of the most promising young rappers in the game.
NBA Youngboy’s commercial breakthrough came in 2017 with the release of his mixtape “Untouchable”. The project was a huge success, debuting at number two on the Billboard 200 chart. It also spawned the hit single “Outside Today”, which peaked at number 31 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
In 2018, NBA Youngboy was arrested and charged with multiple counts of attempted murder after a shooting in Miami Beach. He pleaded not guilty to all charges, and was released on bail. Later that year, he was sentenced to 10 years probation after pleading guilty to assault charges stemming from a fight in Baton Rouge. Despite his legal troubles, NBA Youngboy’s career continued to thrive; his album “AI neveR die iN peace” debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 chart in 2019.
Just weeks after the release of “AI neveR die iN peace”, NBA Youngboy was involved in another shooting incident in Los Angeles. He was not injured in the shooting, but his bodyguard was killed. Shortly thereafter, NBA Youngboy was arrested on weapons charges stemming from the incident. He is currently awaiting trial.
Personal Life
NBA Youngboy, born Kevin gates on October 20, 1999, is an American rapper, singer and songwriter. He is best known for his songs “I’m Him”, “No smoke”, “Outside Today” and ” Diamonds”. NBA Youngboy has been in and out of trouble with the law since he was a teenager. He was arrested for drug possession, gun possession, aggravated assault and attempted murder. In 2016, he was sentenced to 10 years in prison but was released on parole after serving two years.
In September 2018, NBA Youngboy was involved in a shooting in Miami that left one person dead and several others injured. NBA Youngboy was arrested and charged with first-degree murder. He is currently awaiting trial.
Death
On October 9, 2017, NBA Youngboy was shot four times in a drive-by shooting in Austin, Texas. His injuries were non-life threatening and he was released from the hospital the following day.
In March of 2018, NBA Youngboy was involved in a shootout in Miami, Florida that left one person dead and several others injured. It is unclear if NBA Youngboy was the shooter or not, but he was arrested and charged with attempted first-degree murder.
Discography
Studio albums
* 2001: Until the Day I Die, Part 1
* 2002: Blood in My Eye
* 2003: Till Death Do Us Part
* 2004: Life Sentence
* 2005: Straight Outta Compton
* 2006: E.1999 Eternal
(with Bone Thugs-n-Harmony)
* 2007: Strength & Loyalty
(with Bone Thugs-n-Harmony)
* 2008: Uni5: The World’s Enemy
(with Bone Thugs-n-Harmony)
Filmography
Nba youngboy filmography include:
No Limit (2017)
MLB (2018)
Easy Money Girl (2018)
etc