Life is full of challenges, and XXXTentacion faced many. Discover key struggles and how they were overcome.
XXXTentacion, born Jahseh Dwayne Ricardo Onfroy, was a prominent American rapper and singer-songwriter. Despite controversies surrounding his legal issues, he cultivated a dedicated young fan base through his music, characterized by themes of depression and alienation. Known for his musical versatility, XXXTentacion's work spanned genres including emo, trap, indie rock, and punk rock. He is recognized as a key figure in the development of emo rap and SoundCloud rap, genres that achieved mainstream popularity in the late 2010s, solidifying his impact on contemporary music.
2008: Father's Imprisonment
In early 2008, when XXXTentacion was ten years old, his father was jailed for nine years in Arizona on RICO charges after a DEA sting operation.
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2012: Arrested for Marijuana Possession
In 2012, XXXTentacion was arrested for possession of 21 grams of marijuana and was sentenced to one month of juvenile detention and six months at a behavioral correction facility.
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2013: Video Surfaces of XXXTentacion Hitting a Girl
In 2013, a Snapchat video surfaced of XXXTentacion hitting a girl named Breonna Starling when he was 15. His attorneys claimed the video was "obviously . . . in jest".
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2014: Sent to Youth Detention Center on Gun Possession Charges
In 2014, XXXTentacion was sent to a youth detention center for a year on gun possession charges. There were discussions about trying him as an adult, potentially leading to a 5–10 year prison sentence.
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August 2015: Attempted Suicide
In August 2015, XXXTentacion attempted to commit suicide by running into incoming traffic. He was hospitalized for his injuries and fined $86.50 for the incident.
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November 2015: Commits Robbery, Assault, and Home Invasion
In November 2015, XXXTentacion, along with three others, entered Che Thomas' home armed with a firearm, pistol-whipped Thomas three times, and stole an iPad, an iPhone, a Sony PlayStation Portable, and $20.
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July 14, 2016: Arrested for Robbery, Assault with a Deadly Weapon, and Home Invasion
On July 14, 2016, XXXTentacion was arrested for robbery, assault with a deadly weapon, and home invasion. This was for a crime that happened in November 2015. He had been bailed for stabbing Tablez a few days prior.
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July 2016: Arrest for Robbery and Assault
In July 2016, XXXTentacion was arrested and charged with robbery and assault with a deadly weapon.
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September 2016: Released on $10,000 Bond
In September 2016, XXXTentacion was released on a $10,000 bond. He was later sentenced to six years probation, and Thomas requested that XXXTentacion not receive prison time.
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October 31, 2016: Delayed Bad Vibes Forever Album
On October 31, 2016, XXXTentacion's debut independent album, Bad Vibes Forever, was slated for release but was delayed due to his arrest.
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2016: Battery Charge Controversy
In 2016, XXXTentacion faced significant legal issues, most notably battery charges that led to considerable controversy.
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2016: Involuntarily Hospitalized Under Baker Act
In 2016, XXXTentacion was involuntarily hospitalized under Florida's Baker Act after Ayala and XXXTentacion's roommates reported to police that he had attempted suicide.
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2016: Allegations of domestic abuse
In 2016, XXXTentacion's ex-girlfriend Geneva Ayala accused him of domestic abuse, sparking significant controversy.
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May 2017: Domestic Violence Trial Date
In May 2017, XXXTentacion's trial for domestic violence and witness tampering charges was originally set to take place but was pushed back multiple times.
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June 24, 2017: Cancellation of "The Revenge Tour"
On June 24, 2017, XXXTentacion announced the cancellation of the rest of "The Revenge Tour" dates due to his cousin being shot.
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September 8, 2017: Alleged Victim's Testimony Leaked, Trial Delayed
On September 8, 2017, Pitchfork leaked the testimony of the alleged victim in XXXTentacion's case, leading to another delay in the trial, which was rescheduled for December 11, 2017.
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October 5, 2017: Domestic Violence Trial Date Set
The domestic violence and witness tampering trial, for which XXXTentacion was arrested in October of the previous year, was set to take place on October 5, 2017, after being pushed back several times from the original May 2017 date.
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October 25, 2017: Termination of Caroline Contract
On October 25, 2017, XXXTentacion announced he was terminating his contract with Caroline.
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December 14, 2017: XXXTentacion Pleads Not Guilty, Taken into Custody
On December 14, 2017, XXXTentacion pleaded not guilty and was taken into pretrial custody after the prosecution filed a motion based on him violating his bond.
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December 15, 2017: New Trial Date Announced
On December 15, 2017, a new trial date was announced in XXXTentacion's case following an affidavit from his ex-girlfriend asking for the charges to be dropped. Additional witness tampering charges were filed against him.
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August 2018: Arrest of Trayvon Newsome
In August 2018, Trayvon Newsome, the third accomplice in XXXTentacion's murder, was arrested and charged with premeditated first-degree murder.
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August 12, 2022: Robert Allen pleads guilty
On August 12, 2022, Robert Allen pleaded guilty to second-degree murder in exchange for testimony against the other three defendants in XXXTentacion's murder case.
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August 2022: Guilty Plea in Murder Case
In August 2022, one of the four men arrested in connection to XXXTentacion's murder pleaded guilty to second-degree murder in exchange for testimony.
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February 7, 2023: Murder Trial Begins
On February 7, 2023, the trial for the remaining three defendants in the murder of XXXTentacion began.
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March 20, 2023: Guilty Verdict in Murder Trial
On March 20, 2023, all three defendants in XXXTentacion's murder trial were found guilty on all counts.
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April 6, 2023: Sentencing in Murder Case
On April 6, 2023, the three men found guilty in the murder of XXXTentacion were sentenced to life imprisonment without the possibility of parole.
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October 26, 2023: Robert Allen released from prison
On October 26, 2023, Robert Allen was released from prison and is currently on probation after being sentenced to seven years in prison with credit for time served, with a consecutive 20-year probation sentence.
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