In a surprising turn of events, Lil Nas X has been arrested and briefly hospitalized following an altercation with police in the early hours of Thursday morning. Authorities in Los Angeles confirmed the incident, which unfolded on the bustling Ventura Boulevard in the Studio City neighborhood shortly before 6 AM.
According to police spokesperson Charles Miller, officers encountered the 26-year-old rapper and singer, whose real name is Montero Lamar Hill, walking along the street. Eyewitness reports and video footage obtained by TMZ depict Lil Nas X in a rather unusual state, wearing only underwear and cowboy boots while claiming he was en route to a party.
As the situation escalated, Lil Nas X was confronted by officers and allegedly charged at them. This led to his booking on suspicion of misdemeanor battery, as stated in Miller's comments reported by the Associated Press. Concerned about the rapper's well-being, officers initially transported him to a hospital due to suspicions of a possible drug overdose.
Although there have been no further updates on his health condition, it was reported that Lil Nas X was released from the hospital and subsequently taken to jail after just a few hours. He is now being held at Valley Jail in Van Nuys, close to the location where he was found.
Lil Nas X rose to fame with his historic track Old Town Road, which dominated the charts as a record-breaking No. 1 hit for an impressive 19 weeks. The two-time Grammy winner has also enjoyed success with other hits, including Industry Baby and Montero (Call Me By Your Name). Fans are eagerly anticipating the release of his upcoming album, Dreamboy, which is set to drop later this year. Earlier this spring, he teased new music through a series of singles and has recently returned to social media, sharing snippets of his latest projects.
Additionally, in a playful twist, Lil Nas X changed his Instagram name to Queen Madeleine, delighting fans with images of himself dressed in various costumes, showcasing a creative reimagining of his living space.
This incident follows a previous health scare in April when Lil Nas X was hospitalized due to sudden facial paralysis. In an emotional video shared on Instagram, he revealed that he had “lost control” of half his face, raising concerns among fans and followers alike.
The Guardian has reached out to Lil Nas X’s representatives for further comment regarding this recent incident, hoping to provide fans with the latest updates on his situation.
