Rapper Tory Lanez Sentenced to 10 Years for Shooting Megan Thee Stallion | Image: AP
In a high-profile case that has captured the attention of the music industry and beyond, rapper Tory Lanez has been sentenced to 10 years in prison for shooting fellow artist Megan Thee Stallion in the feet. Lanez, whose real name is Daystar Peterson, was convicted in December of assault with a semiautomatic firearm and two other felonies for the shooting. This case has shone a spotlight on the scrutiny that Black women face when reporting abuse, and has sparked important conversations about violence against women in the music industry.
The incident occurred in July 2020, when Lanez and Megan Thee Stallion were leaving a party in the Hollywood Hills. According to court documents, an argument broke out in the car and Lanez shot Megan Thee Stallion in the feet as she was trying to leave. Megan Thee Stallion initially remained silent about the incident, but later spoke out on social media and identified Lanez as her attacker.
The case has drawn attention to the issue of violence against women in the music industry, and has sparked important conversations about how Black women are treated when they report abuse. Many have praised Megan Thee Stallion for her bravery in speaking out and seeking justice.
