Major Controversies Surrounding Lil Uzi Vert: A Detailed Timeline
A closer look at the most debated and controversial moments involving Lil Uzi Vert.
Lil Uzi Vert, born Symere Bysil Woods, is an American rapper, singer, and songwriter from Philadelphia. They rose to prominence with the mixtape Luv Is Rage (2015), securing a recording contract with Atlantic Records through DJ Drama's Generation Now imprint. Uzi is known for their unique rap style, fashion choices, and musical experimentation, contributing significantly to contemporary hip-hop and pop culture.
March 2016: South by Southwest Riot
In March 2016, a riot broke out at South by Southwest during Lil Uzi Vert's performance due to a fight in the crowd.
December 8, 2016: Arrest for Reckless Driving
On December 8, 2016, Lil Uzi Vert was arrested in Atlanta for recklessly driving a dirtbike without lights and helmets and attempting to flee from police.
August 2017: Satanic Imagery Controversy
In August 2017, Lil Uzi Vert created controversy by adding satanic imagery to their social media accounts and saying phrases often associated with Satanism.
November 2017: Community Service Sentence
In November 2017, the charge from the 2016 arrest was resolved with Lil Uzi Vert receiving a community service sentence.
January 2018: Feud with Reese LaFlare
In January 2018, Lil Uzi Vert punched Reese LaFlare in the face and bragged about it on Twitter, though they later deleted the tweet.
March 2018: Rich the Kid Diss Track
In March 2018, Rich the Kid released a diss track on Lil Uzi Vert titled "Dead Friends", escalating their feud.
June 2018: Starbucks Incident with Rich the Kid
In June 2018, Lil Uzi Vert attempted to attack Rich the Kid at a Starbucks, but was stopped by security.
July 2018: Going to Hell Comment
In July 2018, Lil Uzi Vert told a crowd of fans that they were "going to hell" with them, fueling accusations of Satanism.
October 2020: Arrest for Paintball Gun Fight
In October 2020, Lil Uzi Vert and several others were arrested in Philadelphia after being involved in a paintball gun fight.
July 2, 2021: Confrontation with Saint Jhn and Brittany Byrd
On July 2, 2021, Lil Uzi Vert confronted Saint Jhn, who was with Uzi's ex-girlfriend Brittany Byrd, leading to a physical altercation and Uzi flashing a gun.
July 6, 2021: Alleged Hospitalization of Brittany Byrd
On July 6, 2021, it was reported that Lil Uzi Vert allegedly hospitalized Brittany Byrd by punching her and putting a gun to her stomach, though Uzi's team did not respond to the claims.
February 2, 2022: Plea Deal in Assault Case
On February 2, 2022, Lil Uzi Vert pleaded no contest to felony assault and misdemeanor injury, accepting a plea deal with probation, treatment, counseling, restitution, and a protective order.
March 2023: Denial of Satanism
In March 2023, Lil Uzi Vert stated that references to Satan they make are figurative and not literal, and that they do not believe Satan exists.
