Major Controversies Surrounding Tory Lanez: A Detailed Timeline
A closer look at the most debated and controversial moments involving Tory Lanez.
Tory Lanez, born Daystar Peterson, is a Canadian rapper, singer, songwriter, and producer. He gained initial recognition with his mixtape Conflicts of My Soul: The 416 Story in 2013. In 2015, he signed with Mad Love Records/Interscope Records. He is known for songs such as 'Say It', 'LUV', and 'Broke Leg'.
2010: Drake Comparison and Challenge
In 2010, after a video suggested Tory Lanez was Drake's younger brother, Lanez denied the relation and challenged Drake to listen to his mixtape, offering $10,000 if Drake didn't like it.
2015: Mocking Drake and Dislike of "The 6"
In 2015, Tory Lanez mocked Drake during a radio freestyle and expressed his dislike of "the 6", a nickname for Toronto.
March 26, 2016: Concert Riot in Midland, Texas
On March 26, 2016, a concert by Tory Lanez in Midland, Texas, devolved into a riot after he incited the crowd to "fuck shit up." Multiple arrests were made, and legal actions were considered against Lanez.
2016: Drake Diss and Lanez's Initial Response
In 2016, Drake dissed Tory Lanez in lines from his single "Summer Sixteen", to which Lanez initially responded positively, calling himself a fan.
November 2018: Claiming to be a better rapper than Joyner Lucas
In November 2018, Tory Lanez claimed during an Instagram Live session that he was a better rapper than Joyner Lucas, leading to a rap battle and diss tracks between the two artists. This short-lived beef also involved New York rapper Don Q.
July 12, 2020: Arrest for concealed weapon and shooting incident
On July 12, 2020, Tory Lanez was arrested in Hollywood Hills for carrying a concealed weapon. Megan Thee Stallion was also present and sustained gunshot wounds during the incident.
August 2020: Megan Thee Stallion accuses Tory Lanez of shooting her
In August 2020, Megan Thee Stallion publicly stated on Instagram Live that Tory Lanez shot her during the July 12 incident, criticizing his publicist for spreading false information.
September 25, 2020: Daystar Album Release and Defense Against Allegations
On September 25, 2020, Tory Lanez surprise-released his fifth album, Daystar, defending himself against claims he shot Megan Thee Stallion.
September 29, 2020: Accusations of smear campaign by news sites
On September 29, 2020, Tory Lanez claimed on Instagram that news sites launched a smear campaign against him, questioning who was "paying" them due to negative coverage.
October 13, 2020: Megan Thee Stallion's op-ed in The New York Times
On October 13, 2020, Megan Thee Stallion published an op-ed in The New York Times, addressing the shooting and the disrespect and disregard faced by Black women.
October 2020: Felony charges for assault
In October 2020, Tory Lanez was officially charged with felony counts of assault with a semiautomatic firearm, personal use of a firearm, and carrying a loaded, unregistered firearm in a vehicle related to the shooting of Megan Thee Stallion.
2020: Shooting Incident
In 2020, Tory Lanez was involved in the shooting of Megan Thee Stallion, leading to his subsequent conviction.
April 2022: Arrest for violating protection order
In April 2022, Tory Lanez was arrested for violating a protection order relating to the case involving Megan Thee Stallion, and was subsequently released on an increased bond of $350,000.
December 23, 2022: Conviction in shooting case
On December 23, 2022, Tory Lanez was convicted on three felony charges related to the shooting of Megan Thee Stallion: assault with a semiautomatic handgun, having a loaded and unregistered firearm in a vehicle, and gross negligence in discharging his firearm.
2022: August Alsina claims Tory Lanez punched him
In 2022, August Alsina claimed that Tory Lanez punched him backstage at a show in Chicago on September 17. Alsina documented the injuries on Instagram, while Lanez denied the accusations, sparking controversy.
2022: Conviction in Megan Thee Stallion Shooting Case
In 2022, Tory Lanez was convicted of three felonies in relation to the shooting of Megan Thee Stallion.
August 8, 2023: Sentenced to Prison
On August 8, 2023, Tory Lanez was sentenced to ten years in prison after being convicted of shooting Megan Thee Stallion in 2020.
2023: Sentenced to 10 Years in Prison
In 2023, Tory Lanez was sentenced to 10 years in prison for the 2022 conviction of three felonies in relation to his shooting of Megan Thee Stallion.
October 25, 2024: Appeal Considered by California Appeals Court
On October 25, 2024, a California appeals court acknowledged receipt of a new petition from Tory Lanez’s legal team regarding his case and would consider it alongside his other appeals.
