Offset’s Mother Breaks Silence on His Shooting After His Performance

In early April 2026, Kiari Kendrell Cephus, better known as Offset from Migos, was shot outside of the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino. He was immediately rushed to the hospital and was reportedly in stable condition. Just after his release from medical care, the rapper arrived to perform in a wheelchair, showing off his incredible resilience. Here’s what Offset’s mother said on social media following his performance.

Offset’s mother, Latabia Woodward, took to her Instagram Stories to comment on her son’s shooting

Offset was shot on April 6, 2026, during an incident outside the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Hollywood, Florida. According to police, gunfire broke out in the valet area following a physical altercation. He was transported to a nearby hospital with non-life-threatening injuries and was reported to be in stable condition before later being released and continuing his recovery. Authorities detained two individuals at the scene. Investigators have said the situation was quickly contained, with no ongoing threat to the public.

Offset’s mother, Latabia Woodward, took to her Instagram Stories following the shooting to comment on her son.

“I don’t typically address things about my son on social media,” she began on April 12, 2026. “I’ve learned a long time ago that facts rarely survive the internet, and I refuse to feed that machine. That’s not how I live. But today, I have to speak. Six days ago, my son was shot. Four days later, he was released from the hospital. Last night, he was on a stage doing what he loves to do. He is a miracle walking. That is God’s grace. That is God’s mercy. He loves us all, and he loves us best. To every person who’s reached out, prayed, called, text, or sent a message, thank you. … Your kindness meant everything to me.”

The Migos rapper arrived at the University of Arkansas’s Rowfest in a wheelchair for his performance

Offset made a rapid and highly public return to performing at the University of Arkansas’s Rowfest on April 11, 2026, just five days after being shot in Florida. The appearance marked his first performance since the incident.

Despite still healing, Offset arrived onstage in a wheelchair. However, during the set, he stood up and interacted with the crowd, according to People. His set reportedly included hits like “Bad and Boujee,” and videos from the event show an energized college crowd responding enthusiastically as he moved between sitting and standing.

Offset shared moments from the show on social media with messages of gratitude, reflecting on the support he received in the days following the shooting. “REAL LOVE,” he captioned an Instagram post showing video footage of the event.

After his post, he included a carousel of photos showing him poolside while wearing clothing from a Supreme x Balenciaga collaboration. “God is good,” he captioned the post. “Thank you.”