Pop star Rihanna made a court appearance to support her partner, rapper A$AP Rocky, who is facing trial on charges of firing a handgun at a former friend.
Pop star Rihanna made her first appearance at the Los Angeles trial of her partner, rapper A$AP Rocky, who is facing two felony charges related to allegedly firing a handgun at a former friend. Rihanna, seated alongside Rocky's mother and sister, discreetly entered the downtown Los Angeles criminal courthouse to avoid public attention.
The trial centers around an incident in 2021 where Rocky, whose legal name is Rakim Athelston Mayer, allegedly shot at A$AP Relli, who testified Wednesday about the encounter. Relli, whose real name is Terell Ephron, recounted the incident, stating that he was grazed by a bullet and described the fear he experienced when faced with the gun. He stated that he had sought protection from a mutual friend after the first shot and that he had shouted at Rocky as he walked after him, leading to the second shot being fired.During jury selection, prosecutors inquired about potential jurors' familiarity with Rihanna and whether her presence in court could influence their impartiality. Almost all potential jurors were aware of Rihanna, with many describing themselves as fans. However, all assured the court that her presence would not affect their ability to deliver a fair verdict. The charges against Rocky carry a potential sentence of up to 24 years in prison if he is convicted. His legal team maintains that the shots fired were blanks from a starter pistol used as a prop. The trial, which commenced on January 21st, has also revealed a strained history between Rocky and Relli, who were once close friends. Relli testified that their relationship had been deteriorating for years and that the incident stemmed from a heated confrontation that erupted upon their meeting near the W Hotel. He expressed his disbelief at the situation, stating that he had expected an argument but not a physical altercation involving a firearm. The music industry is eagerly awaiting the outcome of the trial, as Rocky is slated for a significant year with a Grammy nomination, headlining the Rolling Loud Music Festival, starring in a film directed by Spike Lee, and co-chairing the Met Gala. However, the looming threat of a conviction and potential imprisonment casts a shadow over his future endeavors
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