Rapper Killer Mike has been released by the police after being arrested for a minor assault at the Grammy Awards ceremony on Sunday. After winning three Grammy awards during the pre-televised event, Killer Mike was seen being led in handcuffs by LAPD officers out of the Crypto.com Arena on Sunday evening.
The rapper’s lawyer confirmed in an interview with Variety later that evening that Killer Mike had been released. “He’s out and will be celebrating his victory tonight,” he said.
The news of Killer Mike’s arrest was revealed by Chris Gardner, a reporter for The Hollywood Reporter, who shared a video of the rapper’s arrest on Twitter. The footage showed him being escorted by the police in handcuffs at around 4:22 PM local time.
Killer Mike won three awards during the pre-show, which started at 5:00 PM local time. His song “Scientists & Engineers,” featuring André 3000, Future, and Eryn Allen Kane, won for Best Rap Song and Best Rap Performance. Additionally, his album “Michael” received the award for Best Rap Album.
Sunday evening was a significant night for Killer Mike, as it marked his first Grammy win since 2003 when he was nominated and won for his participation in OutKast’s song “The Whole World” in the Best Rap Performance by a Duo or Group category. The rapper was also nominated in 2018 for Best Rap Song for “Chase Me” with the hip-hop duo Run the Jewels, which also includes producer El-P.
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS: Rapper Killer Mike Released After Arrest at Grammy Awards Ceremony
1. Why was Killer Mike arrested at the Grammy Awards ceremony?
Killer Mike was arrested for a minor assault at the Grammy Awards ceremony.
2. Who confirmed Killer Mike’s release?
The rapper’s lawyer confirmed that Killer Mike had been released.
3. What awards did Killer Mike win during the pre-show?
Killer Mike won three awards. His song “Scientists & Engineers” featuring André 3000, Future, and Eryn Allen Kane was recognized as Best Rap Song and Best Rap Performance. His album “Michael” received the award for Best Rap Album.
4. When was the last time Killer Mike was nominated and won a Grammy award?
Killer Mike was last nominated and won an award in 2003 for his participation in OutKast’s song “The Whole World” in the Best Rap Performance by a Duo or Group category.
DEFINITIONS:
– Grammy: Awards presented annually by The Recording Academy to honor musical artists’ achievements.
– LAPD: Los Angeles Police Department, responsible for maintaining order and public safety in Los Angeles.
LINKS:
– [Link to The Recording Academy’s official website](https://www.grammy.com)
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