Offset Shot in Florida: Migos Rapper Stable and Closely Monitored After Shooting Outside Seminole Hard Rock Casino – Full Details 2026

Rapper Offset (real name Kiari Kendrell Cephus), the 34-year-old former member of the iconic hip-hop trio Migos, was shot on Monday evening, April 6, 2026, outside the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Hollywood, Florida. According to multiple reports, he is in stable condition, receiving treatment at a hospital, and being closely monitored.

A spokesperson for Offset told Variety that the rapper is stable and under close medical supervision. The spokesperson’s statement reads: “We can confirm Offset was shot and is currently at the hospital receiving medical care. He is stable and being closely monitored.”

Offset Shot in Florida

The incident took place after 7:00 p.m. (19:00) in the valet area outside the Seminole Hard Rock Hollywood. The Seminole Police Department confirmed that the shooting resulted in non-life-threatening injuries to one individual. Police have detained two people in connection with the incident, and the investigation remains ongoing.

Authorities stated that the site is now secure, there is no threat to the public, and casino operations are continuing as normal. BBC Newsbeat has contacted Offset’s representatives for further comment.

Who is Offset?

Offset (real name Kiari Kendrell Cephus) is an American rapper, singer, and songwriter, born on December 14, 1991.

He is most famous as a member of the hip-hop trio Migos, which he formed in 2008 with fellow rappers Quavo and Takeoff.

The group became hugely popular with hit albums like:

Yung Rich Nation (2015)
Culture (2017)
Culture II (2018)
Culture III (2021)

Migos officially broke up in 2023. Offset is also known for his solo music career, collaborations with major artists, and his high-profile relationship with Cardi B.

Offset’s Career: From Migos to Solo Success

Offset rose to global fame as part of Migos alongside his cousins Quavo and Takeoff. The Atlanta-based group became one of the most influential and popular hip-hop acts of their generation with their signature rapid-fire triplet flow.

Migos first went viral in 2013 with the hit song “Versace”, which gained massive traction after a remix featuring Drake. Another major success came in 2017 with “Bad and Boujee”, which topped the Billboard Hot 100. The trio earned Grammy nominations for Best Rap Album with their 2018 project Culture and a nod for Best Rap Performance.

In early 2022, the group split, with Quavo and Takeoff forming their own duo Unc & Phew. Offset then focused on his solo career, releasing projects including the acclaimed album Father of 4 (2019).

Offset Personal Life and Family

In 2017, Offset began dating fellow rapper Cardi B. The couple secretly married on September 20, 2017, making Cardi B the stepmother of Offset’s three children from previous relationships. A month later, they staged a public proposal during a live performance at Power 99’s Powerhouse in Philadelphia.

In 2018, a video surfaced allegedly showing Offset being unfaithful with a woman in South Africa, followed by the leak of an alleged sex tape. That same year, he was injured in a serious car crash and later revealed that he nearly lost his life while driving his green Dodge Challenger.

On April 7, 2018, Cardi B announced during Saturday Night Live that they were expecting their first child. However, on December 5, 2018, she revealed on Instagram that they had separated due to Offset’s alleged infidelity during her pregnancy. Reports claimed he was involved with rapper Summer Bunni and had sent inappropriate messages to her and Cuban Doll. Another controversy linked him to Jade, the girlfriend of 6ix9ine. Around the same time, Cardi B was charged with assault after allegedly attacking two bartenders, Jade and Baddie G, accusing one of them of being involved with Offset.

Despite the turmoil, the couple collaborated on the song “Clout” in 2019. In September 2020, Cardi B filed for divorce, but by the following month, reports suggested they had reconciled.

On June 27, 2021, the pair announced they were expecting their second child, and later that year, they welcomed a son.

Tragedy struck on November 1, 2022, when Offset’s groupmate Takeoff was shot and killed in Houston, Texas. Their group, Migos, disbanded the following year. A 2023 interview confirmed that Offset is not biologically related to Quavo and Takeoff, though they had always considered each other family.

Offset has six children with four different women. His first son was born in 2009 to Justine Watson. In 2015, he had a son with Oriel Jamie and a daughter with Shya L’Amour. He and Cardi B welcomed a daughter in 2018 and a son in 2021. On August 1, 2024, Cardi B filed for divorce again while also announcing she was pregnant with their third child. She later gave birth to a daughter named Blossom in September. According to DJ Akademiks, there were allegations that Cardi B had been unfaithful during her pregnancy, possibly involving NFL player Stefon Diggs. Offset also hinted at these claims during an Instagram Live session.

On April 6, 2026, Offset was reportedly shot near the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino in Hollywood, Florida. He was quickly taken to Memorial Regional Hospital, where his representative confirmed that his condition was stable and that he was under close medical supervision.

Tragic Link to Takeoff’s Death

This news has sent shockwaves through the hip-hop community, especially given the tragic history within Migos. In November 2022, Offset’s cousin Takeoff was shot dead at a bowling alley in Houston, Texas. His record label paid tribute at the time, stating: “Senseless violence and a stray bullet has taken another life from this world and we are devastated.”

As of April 7, 2026, no motive for the shooting has been released, and it remains unclear whether Offset was the intended target. The investigation by Seminole Police Department is actively continuing.

Fans and fellow artists have begun sharing messages of support and prayers for Offset’s full and speedy recovery. This developing story is being monitored closely by major outlets including AP, BBC, Variety, TMZ, and ABC News.

Our thoughts remain with Offset, his six children in total, Cardi B, and the entire family during this challenging time. We will provide updates as more confirmed information becomes available from police or his team.