Lil Nas X Makes Heartbreaking Confession Just Months Before Shocking Arrest and Overdose Scare
Los Angeles, CA — Grammy-winning artist Lil Nas X, born Montero Lamar Hill, was arrested and booked into Los Angeles County jail on Thursday morning after a bizarre and troubling incident on Ventura Boulevard. The arrest comes just months after the rapper opened up to fans about the personal hardships he has faced in recent years.
Early-Morning Incident and Arrest
The 26-year-old “Old Town Road” rapper was reportedly seen exhibiting erratic behavior while walking down Ventura Boulevard in Los Angeles, clad only in underwear and cowboy boots. Multiple witnesses in the Studio City neighborhood contacted police after spotting Lil Nas X’s unusual behavior, which included singing, talking about a party, striking poses, and interacting with passersby. At one point, he placed an orange traffic cone on his head and made several animated statements to a driver filming the scene.
Video footage obtained by TMZ shows Lil Nas X singing, clapping, snapping his fingers, and repeatedly referencing a party, while also displaying signs of distress and agitation. The footage was reportedly taken around 4 a.m., though police responded closer to 6 a.m.
Upon arrival, officers encountered Lil Nas X, who allegedly charged at them and reportedly threw punches, according to the LAPD and NBC4 . Police used force to subdue him, ultimately taking him into custody. He was then transported to a local hospital for what was described as a possible overdose before being officially booked for battery on a police officer. Officer Cervantes of the LAPD confirmed, “Upon arrival, the suspect charged at officers and was taken into custody. He was transported to a local hospital for a possible overdose and placed under arrest for battery on a Police Officer.”
No officers were injured during the incident, and Lil Nas X was later released from the hospital before being booked into jail in Van Nuys, where he is currently being held without bail for the misdemeanor offense.
Social Media Activity and Recent Behavior
On the day of the incident, Lil Nas X posted several videos and photos to his Instagram account, apparently taken at home. In one video, he wore a bathrobe and played a tambourine, captioning the post, “FREE THE PEOPLE! NOW!” Another selfie featured him in a fur coat and tiara-adorned cowboy hat, with the caption, “OH NO sHES GONE MAD! CRAZY I TELL U!”
Candid Admission About Difficult Years
Just months prior, in February, Lil Nas X shared a heartfelt video with fans on social media, discussing the challenges he had faced over the past few years. “These last few years were pretty difficult for me. They have been pretty difficult for me,” he admitted. He explained that he was only recently regaining confidence in himself and his music, and was focused on bringing intention and creativity to his new work.
Lil Nas X also revealed that, during the era of his debut album Montero (released in 2021), he was more concerned about commercial success than enjoying the process, saying, “I was more focused on making sure the songs did well than making sure I was having fun doing s t, you know what I mean? I’m not saying I didn’t have any fun, I had some f ing fun.”
Leading up to his arrest, the rapper had been working on his forthcoming album, Dreamboy , and had been active on social media sharing snippets of his creative process and personal life.
History of Health and Substance Use
The recent incident comes four months after Lil Nas X was hospitalized for partial facial paralysis. In April, he posted a video from his hospital bed, explaining that he had lost control of the right side of his face. Despite the alarming symptoms, he reassured fans, “Guys I am OK!! Stop being sad for me! Shake Ur a for me instead!” He later joked about his appearance, saying, “Imma look funny for a lil but but that’s it.”
Lil Nas X has previously spoken about experimenting with drugs, including psychedelic mushrooms while working on Montero , and using marijuana to cope with personal losses such as the death of his grandmother.
Ongoing Investigation
As of Thursday, representatives for Lil Nas X and the LAPD had not responded to media requests for comment. The investigation into the incident is ongoing, and further details may emerge as the situation develops.
Conclusion
Lil Nas X, celebrated for his genre-defying hits and bold persona, is now facing legal and personal challenges after a dramatic arrest in Los Angeles. The incident highlights the mental health and personal struggles he has candidly shared with fans, and raises concerns about his well-being as he continues to navigate fame, creativity, and personal hardship.
