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Lil Nas X Hospitalized After Troubling Early Morning Incident in Los Angeles
Grammy-winning rapper Lil Nas X was hospitalized early Thursday morning following a bizarre and troubling incident on a major Los Angeles street, prompting concerns of a possible overdose, authorities confirmed.The 25-year-old Old Town Road artist, born Montero Hill, was seen walking down Ventura Boulevard in Studio City around 4 a.m., wearing only underwear and cowboy boots. According to video footage obtained by TMZ Hip Hop, the rapper appeared disoriented and erratic. He was captured aimlessly pacing in the street, pointing at passing cars and repeating that he was heading to a party. At one point, he placed an orange traffic cone on his head.Multiple eyewitnesses reported the scene to the Los Angeles Police Department, describing a man, initially unidentified, as nude and behaving strangely in the roadway. Upon arriving, officers found Lil Nas X still walking in the middle of the street. Sources told TMZ that when police attempted to approach him, he allegedly charged at them. Officers subdued and handcuffed him on the scene.Paramedics transported Lil Nas X to a nearby hospital shortly after, with law enforcement labeling the incident as a possible overdose. His current condition has not been publicly confirmed. As of Thursday morning, he remains under medical care.Law enforcement officials noted that charges may still be filed depending on the results of the ongoing investigation. However, no official charges had been announced at the time of publication.Lil Nas Xs representatives have not yet issued a statement regarding the incident.The artist, who rose to international fame in 2019 with his viral country-trap hit Old Town Road, has been a frequent presence in pop culture headlines, both for his music and bold public persona. In recent months, he made waves with a controversial music video, appeared at several high-profile events, and was seen publicly with rumored romantic partner Cody Jon.The incident marks another troubling moment for the chart-topping artist, who has previously spoken openly about mental health challenges and the pressures of fame.Fans and fellow artists have expressed concern on social media, calling for compassion and privacy as Lil Nas X receives treatment.Source
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