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  1. USA Today
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    Fact check: Rapper NBA YoungBoy was not found dead in jail cell

    • A month after rapper NBA YoungBoy was arrested and taken into custody in Louisiana, a Facebook post falsely says the rapper was found dead in his jail cell. The image is a screenshot of an apparent n… See more

    Gaulden alive, officials confirm

    Similar rumors about the rapper's death have been shared on social media before, but just like this … See more

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    Our rating: False

    We rate the claim that Gaulden was found dead in his jail cell FALSE, based on our research. The St. Martin's Parish Sheriff's Office, in charge of the facility he's held at, told USA T… See more

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    WBRZ-TV, April 15, Baton Rouge rapper NBA YoungBoy pleads not guilty to federal weapons charges St. Martin Parish Sheriff's Office Jail Roster, accessed May 26, Kentrell De… See more

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    NBA YoungBoy Arrested in Utah on Weapon, Drug Charges - Variety
    The 24-year-old rapper, whose real name is Kentrell DeSean Gaulden and who previously went by NBA YoungBoy, was taken into custody by the Cache County Sheriff’s Office at 2:50 p.m., ac…
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    Gaulden alive, officials confirm
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    Law enforcement later confirmed that the rapper is very much alive, despite rumours suggesting he had been found dead in his jail cell. The rumours are thought to have started on Facebook. Youngboy remains incarcerated at St. Martin Parish Correctional Center following his April arrest after fleeing from police.

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    Was NBA YoungBoy found dead?
    A month after rapper NBA YoungBoy was arrested and taken into custody in Louisiana, a Facebook post falsely says the rapper was found dead in his jail cell. The image is a screenshot of an apparent news report, which reads: "The worlds biggest artist NBA YOUNGBOY who's real name is Kentrell DeSeaun Gaulden was found dead in his cell earlier today."

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    Did NBA YoungBoy get arrested again?
    "YoungBoy Never Broke Again Arrested in Utah on Weapon, Drug Charges". Variety. Retrieved April 18, 2024. ^ "Rapper NBA YoungBoy booked into Cache County jail for 'pattern of unlawful activity' ". ABC4 Utah. April 17, 2024. Retrieved April 18, 2024. ^ "NBA YoungBoy orchestrated 'large scale prescription fraud' scheme, Utah police say".

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    What happened to NBA YoungBoy?
    Reports suggest that NBA YoungBoy was involved in an incident where the Baton Rouge Police Department received tips about him and a group of people brandishing guns at an abandoned lot. However, his lawyer states that he is innocent. During this incident, officers confiscated drugs, guns, and a large amount of cash.

    What Happened to NBA YoungBoy? Fans Are Confused About His

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    Who is NBA YoungBoy?
    YoungBoy — widely known as NBA YoungBoy, his name before copyright concerns became an issue — also participated heavily in the planning, keeping up with his team in marathon daily calls from jail, each routinely interrupted by the 15-minute time limit. “YB makes music for YB,” said his go-to audio engineer Jason Goldberg, known as Cheese.

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    Did NBA YoungBoy die in his jail cell?
    In May 2021, it was rumoured that NBA YoungBoy had died in his jail cell. 4. In May 2021, it was rumoured that NBA YoungBoy had died in his jail cell. Law enforcement later confirmed that the rapper is very much alive, despite rumours suggesting he had been found dead in his jail cell. The rumours are thought to have started on Facebook.

    In May 2021, it was rumoured that NBA YoungBoy had died in his jail

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    Is NBA YoungBoy breaking the law?
    NBA YoungBoy, known for his music and being a young father to seven children, has been in legal trouble. According to TMZ, the LAPD and the feds attempted to pull over the rapper on March 22, 2021, allegedly for violating the law. If you’re a fan of NBA YoungBoy, then you know that he has been problematic at times.

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  3. VIBE.com
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    NBA YoungBoy Receives Prison Sentence In Federal Gun …

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    NBA YoungBoy Arrested in Utah on Weapon, Drug …

    Apr 17, 2024 · The 24-year-old rapper, whose real name is Kentrell DeSean Gaulden and who previously went by NBA YoungBoy, was taken into custody by the Cache County Sheriff’s Office at 2:50 p.m., according...

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    What Happened to NBA YoungBoy? Fans Are …

    Mar 23, 2021 · What happened to NBA YoungBoy? The rapper is currently being detained in federal custody for fleeing the LAPD after being tracked with a K-9.

  6. Complex
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    YoungBoy Never Broke Again’s Federal Investigation …

    Mar 23, 2021 · YoungBoy Never Broke Again was arrested and taken into federal custody on March 22. Here’s a breakdown of his ongoing legal situation and federal investigation.

  7. The Herald Journal
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    Famous rapper NBA YoungBoy arrested by Utah, …

    Apr 17, 2024 · Kentrell DeSean Gaulden, otherwise known as famous rapper NBA YoungBoy, was arrested by the Cache County Sheriff’s Office and other agencies on April 16, and was booked into the Cache County Jail.

  8. New York Times
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    How YoungBoy Never Broke Again Hit No. 1 From Jail

    Oct 5, 2021 · Narrowly edging out the fourth-week sales of “Certified Lover Boy,” by the chart juggernaut Drake, “Sincerely, Kentrell” ended its first week with 137,000 in total units.

  9. Capital XTRA
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    In May 2021, it was rumoured that NBA YoungBoy had …

    In May 2021, it was rumoured that NBA YoungBoy had died in his jail cell. Law enforcement later confirmed that the rapper is very much alive, despite rumours suggesting he had been found dead...

  10. Billboard
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    YoungBoy Never Broke Again: Inside His House Arrest …

    In late 2016, the pair traveled to New Orleans to meet in a parking lot with Fee Banks, who had helped Lil Wayne launch his Young Money label and managed Gates into stardom.

  11. Wikipedia
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    YoungBoy Never Broke Again - Wikipedia

    Kentrell DeSean Gaulden was born on October 20, 1999, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. He broke his neck while wrestling as a toddler, the injury requiring a head brace until the spine healed. The brace left permanent scars on his …