Challenges in the Life of Post Malone in a Detailed Timeline
Resilience and perseverance in the journey of Post Malone. A timeline of obstacles and growth.
Post Malone, born Austin Richard Post, is a prominent American figure recognized as a rapper, singer, songwriter, and record producer. He rose to fame through his unique genre-bending style, seamlessly integrating hip-hop, pop, R&B, trap, and country elements into his music. His stage name, Post Malone, originated from a rap name generator that used his birth name as input.
2010: Failed Crown the Empire Audition
In 2010, Post Malone auditioned for the American band Crown the Empire, but was rejected after his guitar strings broke during the audition.
October 2017: Accusations of cultural appropriation
In October 2017, Post Malone was accused of cultural appropriation by various publications and on social media, including by rapper Lil B, who suggested he was turning into a "white dude."
November 2017: Controversial hip-hop comments
In November 2017, Post Malone stated in an interview that modern hip-hop lacks "people talking about real shit," leading to criticism from fellow rappers. He later clarified his comments, citing Bob Dylan as an artist he listens to for reflection.
January 2018: Intoxicated rant against cultural appropriation claims
In January 2018, Post Malone went on an intoxicated rant against people who describe him as a culture vulture, later stating that "there's a struggle being a white rapper" in an interview with GQ.
August 21, 2018: Emergency plane landing
On August 21, 2018, a plane carrying Post Malone experienced a tire blowout during takeoff and was forced to make an emergency landing at Stewart International Airport. The plane landed safely.
September 1, 2018: San Fernando Valley home burglary
Post Malone's former home in San Fernando Valley, California, was burgled on September 1, 2018.
September 8, 2018: Car accident
On September 8, 2018, Post Malone was involved in a car crash in Santa Monica when his Rolls-Royce collided with another car. There were minor injuries.
March 12, 2020: Denver Concert and Tour Postponement Amid COVID-19 Pandemic
On March 12, 2020, Post Malone's concert at Denver's Pepsi Center proceeded as scheduled, but future U.S. tour dates were postponed due to the rising concerns over the COVID-19 pandemic.
March 2020: Concerns about on-stage behavior
In March 2020, a video surfaced showing Post Malone falling and behaving oddly on stage, causing fans to worry about his health. Malone and his manager later clarified that he was not on drugs and was feeling well.
2022: Recovery from alcoholism
During his 2022 interview with Howard Stern, Post Malone revealed he had struggled with alcoholism but had recovered with the help of his fiancée.
