AceShowbiz - Offset made a powerful return to live performance following a recent shooting incident in Florida.

On Saturday, April 11, the rapper, whose real name is Kiari Kendrell Cephus, took the stage at a concert held at the University of Arkansas. Sharing the moment on Instagram, he captioned the post REAL LOVE ??, marking his first public performance since the shooting.

During the concert, Offset was seen rising from a wheelchair to a standing ovation from the crowd. For the duration of his set, he wore a skeleton mask, delivering his most popular tracks to fans who had gathered to see him.

The shooting, which happened on Monday, April 6, near the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Hollywood, Florida, did not cause life-threatening injuries to Offset, according to police reports. The incident took place in the valet area outside the casino, and authorities responded promptly to the scene.

A police spokesperson stated, “We are aware of an incident that occurred at a valet area after 7 p.m. Monday outside of Seminole Hard Rock Hollywood that resulted in non-life threatening injuries to an individual who was transported to Memorial Regional Hospital in Hollywood. Seminole Police were on site immediately and the situation was contained quickly. Two individuals have been detained by police. The investigation is ongoing. The site is secure and there is no threat to the public. Operations continue as normal.”

Following the shooting, Offset was taken to a nearby hospital for treatment and was discharged in less than a week. A representative confirmed on April 10 that he was up and walking, expressing gratitude for the medical staff who cared for him during his recovery.

Later that day, Offset addressed his fans and the public through an Instagram statement. He thanked everyone who reached out with support and reassured that while he was doing well, he was focused on improving further.

He wrote, “Thank you to everyone who checked in on me and showed me love. I'm good, but I'm planning to be better!”

In the same message, Offset emphasized his priorities moving forward: family, recovery, and returning to music. He reflected on life's challenges, describing it as a mix of “quiet wins and loud losses,” and expressed his determination to keep pushing forward, stating, “Life's a gamble and I'm still playing to win.”

Reports emerged that Offset was interacting with fans shortly before the shooting occurred. Photographs obtained by TMZ showed him smiling and mingling in the lobby of the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, moments before the incident took place.

There were also rumors linking other artists to the event, but these have been clarified. Specifically, rapper Lil Tjay was confirmed by his lawyer to have no involvement or injuries related to the shooting incident involving Offset.

Offset is a father of six children. He shares three kids with estranged wife Cardi B, as well as three others with different partners: Jordan, 16, with Justine Watson; Kody, 11, with Oriel Jamie; and Kalea, 11, with Shya L'Amour. Cardi B, 33, also recently welcomed a son with Stefon Diggs in November 2025.

In a September 2024 interview with Billboard, Offset spoke about how fatherhood has influenced his music and life outlook. He said that having children has helped him mature and shift the topics he discusses in his songs, adding more context and depth to his work.

The incident and subsequent recovery have not stopped Offset from reconnecting with his audience and continuing his career. His first performance back on stage, despite still using a wheelchair at the start, was a significant moment highlighting his resilience and dedication.

Fans and the music community have shown widespread support for Offset during this time, celebrating his return and wishing him continued health and success.