Travis Scott and the Altercation at Entrepreneur Richie Akiva’s Party
Travis Scott and Cher’s Boyfriend Alexander Edwards in Brawl at Cannes After-Party Linked to Tyga
Introduction
In a surprising turn of events, rapper Travis Scott and Alexander “AE” Edwards, Cher’s boyfriend, were involved in a physical altercation at an after-party in Cannes. This incident has garnered significant attention and is believed to be connected to artist Tyga.
Details of the Incident
The fight occurred on May 24 during a party hosted by entrepreneur Richie Akiva at a villa in Cannes. In a video capturing the moment, Travis Scott and Alexander Edwards can be seen fighting near the DJ booth while bystanders attempted to intervene. Despite Richie Akiva’s repeated requests for the two guests to stop, the altercation continued.
The dispute reportedly began after Akiva introduced the guests and mentioned Travis Scott alongside Tyga and Edwards. Sources indicate that Scott became enraged when Akiva grouped him with Tyga, leading him to snatch the microphone from the host. Both Scott and Tyga share a romantic past with Kylie Jenner, further intensifying the tension.
Following this, Travis Scott approached the security team of rapper Southside and issued several threats without resorting to physical violence, which angered Edwards due to his friendship with Tyga.
The chaos escalated when Alexander Edwards attacked Southside, prompting Travis Scott to push Edwards, nearly sending him off the stage. After the altercation ended, Travis Scott and Southside left the party that night, while Edwards and Tyga remained until the following morning. Fortunately, no injuries were reported in the fracas.
Background on Travis Scott
Born in 1991, Travis Scott entered the music scene in 2008 and has since released four solo albums and two collaborative albums. He has received eight Grammy nominations and won a Billboard Music Award.
About Alexander Edwards
At 38, Alexander Edwards is a music executive currently working for Def Jam Recordings, part of Universal Music Group. He previously produced for Last Kings Records and has been in a relationship with singer Cher, 78, since 2022. The couple briefly split but quickly reconciled.
Tyga’s Profile
Tyga, born Michael Ray Stevenson in 1989, is an American rapper with Jamaican and Vietnamese heritage. He entered the music industry in 2007 with his debut release, Young On Probation. Known for hits like Taste, Ayo, and The Motto, Tyga has collaborated with major artists such as Drake, Chris Brown, and Lil Wayne.
Conclusion
The altercation between Travis Scott and Alexander Edwards at the Cannes after-party highlights the often volatile nature of celebrity interactions, especially when past relationships and rivalries come into play. As both artists continue to navigate their careers, the public remains captivated by the drama unfolding in the world of hip-hop.