Killer Mike Breaks Silence On Grammys Arrest: ‘I Am Better Than OK’
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The outspoken rapper and activist, whose real name is Michael Render, was arrested moments after winning three awards at the ceremony.
Killer Mike has released an official statement following his arrest at the Grammys.
The rapper, whose real name is Michael Render, was led away in handcuffs Sunday from the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, California, for misdemeanor battery after reportedly “knocking down” a security guard at the ceremony who didn’t “get out of his way.”
Killer Mike had won three Grammy awards moments earlier for Best Rap Album, Best Rap Performance and Best Rap Song. The performer was released that same evening and is set to appear in court later this month, but broke his silence Monday in a statement to ET.
“I first want to extend my appreciation to the Grammy’s Committee for recognizing me and my team for the work that went into ‘Michael,’” he told the outlet about his award-winning album. “We are incredibly proud and are basking in this moment.”
His statement continued, “I am also grateful that one of my prayers has been answered — the day after my Grammy win — I learned that my son, who has been on the list for a kidney for years, finally has a match. Obviously, we are elated.”
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