Summary:
- Rapper Tory Lanez has been sentenced to prison for shooting Megan Thee Stallion.
- Megan Thee Stallion did not attend the court proceedings but conveyed her position through a statement.
- Tory Lanez received a 10-year sentence despite Megan Thee Stallion's request for a stiffer punishment.
- The music industry's reaction to the sentencing has been primarily supportive of Megan Thee Stallion.
- Fellow rapper Iggy Azalea suggested a focus on personal growth for Tory Lanez.
Rapper Tory Lanez has been sentenced to prison after being convicted of shooting Megan Thee Stallion in the foot three years ago. The sentencing took place on Tuesday, sparking various reactions from the music industry.
Megan Thee Stallion was notably absent from the court proceedings, choosing not to face her assailant. However, she conveyed her stance through a statement read by the district attorney. In the statement, she accused Tory Lanez of not only shooting her but also trivializing her trauma through his music and social media presence. Despite his admission of responsibility, Megan Thee Stallion requested a stiffer sentence than the 10 years he ultimately received.
The reaction to the sentencing has been largely in favor of Megan Thee Stallion, with many supporting her stance. Fellow rapper Iggy Azalea expressed a nuanced perspective, suggesting a focus on personal growth rather than a stricter sentence. While some hoped for a lengthier punishment, the 10-year sentence serves as the final outcome for Tory Lanez.