American rapper Julio Foolio shot dead while celebrating 26th birthday
Julio Foolio, a Florida rapper whose real name is Charles Jones, was shot and killed early Sunday morning while celebrating his 26th birthday.
The incident occurred in the parking lot of a Holiday Inn in Tampa.
Jones’ lawyer, Lewis Fusco, confirmed his death to CBS News affiliate WTSP-TV.
According to Fusco, the shooting happened after Jones was kicked out of an Airbnb for exceeding occupancy limits during a pool party celebration on Saturday afternoon.
Social media posts from Julio Foolio earlier in the day had promoted the pool party at the Airbnb.
Following their removal from the Airbnb, the group relocated to the Holiday Inn, where the ambush is reported to have taken place.
The Tampa Police Department reported that three other people were injured in the shooting but are currently in stable condition.
The investigation into the incident is ongoing.
Jones had previously survived shooting incidents in 2020, 2021, and 2023, according to First Coast News.
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Who is Julio Foolio?
Julio Foolio, born Charles Jones on June 21, 1998, in Jacksonville, Florida, was renowned for his raw and gritty music style, reflecting the harsh realities of street life.
His intense and often controversial tracks, including diss songs aimed at rival rappers and gangs, gained significant attention in the hip-hop world.
Julio Foolio’s age
Julio Foolio was born on June 21, 1998 which makes him 26 years upon his death.
Cause of Julio Foolio’s death
According to press reports, the 26-year-old rapper had been celebrating his birthday with friends at a local Airbnb. After police intervened to disperse the gathering, Foolio and his friends relocated to continue the celebration. The shooting happened outside the Holiday Inn, where two parked cars were targeted by a group of armed men. Foolio was in one of the vehicles when the gunmen opened fire.
Previous Attacks
Foolio’s life had been at risk on multiple occasions. In October 2023, he survived an ambush in a Jacksonville neighborhood, sustaining severe injuries to his foot. In November 2021, he defended himself during another attack in Jacksonville using a registered weapon. Additionally, in 2020, Foolio was involved in a shooting in Houston, Texas. Following the 2023 attack, he filed a lawsuit against a UF Health nurse for allegedly compromising his safety by disclosing his location.
Julio Folio’s music and net worth
Julio Foolio’s career was marked by his distinctive style and unapologetic lyrics. He carved out a niche in the competitive hip-hop scene with tracks like “Voodoo” and “Slide,” which highlighted his lyrical prowess and storytelling ability. Despite facing numerous adversities, Foolio’s talent and perseverance earned him a dedicated following and a net worth estimated at $1 million.