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February 15, 2025 at 12:16 AM

A$AP Rocky trial nears jury deliberations

A$AP Rocky’s defense attorneys wrapped up closing arguments on Friday before the Grammy-nominated rapper’s federal gun case was handed over to the jury. ABC’s Alex Stone reports the latest.
February 15, 2025 at 12:16 AM
A$AP Rocky trial nears jury deliberations
February 14, 2025 at 10:02 PM

Jury begins to deliberate in A$AP Rocky trial

Arguments in the A$AP Rocky trial ended this week and is now in the hands of the jury. ABC News contributor Channa Lloyd and senior investigative correspondent Aaron Katersky discuss.
February 14, 2025 at 10:02 PM
VIDEO: Jury begins to deliberate in A$AP Rocky trial
February 13, 2025 at 11:17 PM

A$AP Rocky trial moves into closing arguments

ABC News’ Alex Stone and legal contributor Channa Lloyd discuss the Grammy-nominated rapper’s assault trial.
February 13, 2025 at 11:17 PM
A$AP Rocky trial moves into closing arguments
February 12, 2025 at 2:04 PM

A$AP Rocky’s case set to head to jury as rapper faces decades in prison

As he faces decades in prison, A$AP Rocky is taking the witness stand to testify as he faces two felony counts of assault with a semi-automatic firearm.
February 12, 2025 at 2:04 PM
A$AP Rocky sits in a courtroom at the Clara Shortridge Foltz Criminal Justice Center in Los Angeles, Jan. 29, 2025.
February 12, 2025 at 3:01 AM

A$AP Rocky ‘shouldn’t testify’ in his defense: Legal expert

ABC News legal contributor Brian Buckmire says “the defense is in a good place” in the Grammy-nominated rapper’s trial.
February 12, 2025 at 3:01 AM
VIDEO: A$AP Rocky ‘shouldn’t testify’ in his defense: Legal expert
February 8, 2025 at 12:30 AM

The latest in A$AP Rocky’s assault trial

A$AP Rocky’s lawyers have begun calling witnesses to the stand during the rapper’s Los Angeles assault trial.
February 8, 2025 at 12:30 AM
The latest in A$AP Rocky’s assault trial
February 7, 2025 at 5:38 AM

Rapper A$AP Rocky's lawyers will make their case at his felony trial over 2 assault charges

Lawyers for rapper A$AP Rocky will make the defense case Friday at his Los Angeles trial, where he's charged with two felony counts of assault with a semiautomatic firearm
February 7, 2025 at 5:38 AM
Rapper A$AP Rocky arrives at the Clara Shortridge Foltz Criminal Justice Center in Los Angeles, Wednesday, Jan. 29, 2025. (AP Photo/Damian Dovarganes)
February 3, 2025 at 6:07 PM

A$AP Relli back on stand in A$AP Rocky trial

ABC News’ Alex Stone reports on the Grammy-nominated rapper who’s facing two felony charges for allegedly shooting at former friend A$AP Relli during a 2021 confrontation.
February 3, 2025 at 6:07 PM
VIDEO: A$AP Relli back on stand in A$AP Rocky trial
January 30, 2025 at 7:46 PM

Rihanna appears in court for the A$AP Rocky trial

ABC News contributor Brian Buckmire breaks down the latest in the most talked-about legal cases.
January 30, 2025 at 7:46 PM
VIDEO: Rihanna appears in court for the A$AP Rocky trial
January 30, 2025 at 3:56 PM

'It was like a movie': A$AP Rocky's former friend testifies about alleged shooting

Terrell Ephron, known as A$AP Relli, testified in the assault trial of rapper A$AP Rocky and accused his former friend of firing a gun at him during a confrontation.
January 30, 2025 at 3:56 PM
Rakim Mayers, a.k.a. A$AP Rocky, listens to opening remarks by prosecuting attorney at the Clara Shortridge Foltz Criminal Justice Center in downtown Los Angeles, on Jan. 24, 2025. Genaro Molina/Pool via REUTERS
January 28, 2025 at 3:46 PM

A$AP Rocky assault trial to continue with witnesses taking the stand

ABC News legal contributor Brian Buckmire discusses the trial of the Grammy-nominated rapper who, if convicted, could face up to 24 years in prison.
January 28, 2025 at 3:46 PM
VIDEO: A$AP Rocky assault trial to continue with witnesses taking the stand
January 24, 2025 at 3:13 PM

A$AP Rocky assault trial heads to opening statements

Former Palm Beach County, Florida state attorney Dave Aronberg discusses the trial of the Grammy-nominated rapper, who’s charged with firing a gun at a former friend.
January 24, 2025 at 3:13 PM
VIDEO: A$AP Rocky assault trial heads to opening statements
January 23, 2025 at 12:31 PM

A$AP Rocky trial in alleged 2021 Hollywood shooting to get underway

The rapper and partner to pop star Rihanna is accused of allegedly shooting at a former friend and music collaborator during a confrontation. He turned down a plea deal and maintains his innocence.
January 23, 2025 at 12:31 PM
VIDEO:  A$AP Rocky trial in alleged 2021 Hollywood shooting to get underway
7 months ago

A$AP Rocky models with son RZA in new Savage X Fenty campaign

A$AP Rocky and son RZA star in new Savage X Fenty campaign.
7 months ago
A$AP Rocky and son RZA appear in this image for a new Savage X Fenty campaign.
1 year ago

A$AP Rocky gives update on future Rihanna album

Could we get new music from Rihanna soon? Her fans hope so and her man, rapper A$AP Rocky, is giving us an update.
1 year ago
VIDEO: A$AP Rocky gives update on future Rihanna album
2 years ago

Rihanna hints at A$AP Rocky collaboration for Super Bowl performance

Lara Spencer reports the buzziest stories of the day in "GMA" Pop News.
2 years ago
VIDEO: Rihanna hints at A$AP Rocky collaboration for Super Bowl performance
2 years ago

A$AP Rocky pleads not guilty to assault charges connected to shooting

Rapper A$AP Rocky appeared in a downtown Los Angeles courtroom Wednesday to plead not guilty on assault charges in connection to a November 2021 shooting in Hollywood.
2 years ago
Rapper A$AP Rocky, also known as Rakim Mayers, attends his arraignment hearing on charges of assault with a firearm, in Los Angeles, Aug. 17, 2022.
3 years ago

Rapper A$AP Rocky out on $550K bond following LAX arrest

A$AP Rocky was arrested at Los Angeles International Airport on Wednesday for assault with a deadly weapon, according to the LAPD.
3 years ago
VIDEO: Rapper A$AP Rocky out on $550K bond following LAX arrest
3 years ago

Rapper A$AP Rocky arrested at LAX in connection to 2021 shooting

Rapper A$AP Rocky was arrested Wednesday in Los Angeles for assault with a deadly weapon.
3 years ago
A$AP Rocky attends A$AP Rocky Launch of Mercer + Prince Blended Canadian Whisky at Pasha Restaurant and Bar, April 12, 2022, in Atlanta.
5 years ago

A$AP Rocky to return to Sweden to perform a 'triumphant show for all his supporters'

A$AP Rocky, who was held for a month in Sweden over assault charges, will return to the country to perform a 'triumphant show for all his supporters."
5 years ago
A$AP Rocky performs onstage during a surprise performance for Calvin Klein Jeans X Amazon Fashion Launch NYC Market at Flatiron Plaza on October 5, 2018 in New York City.
6 years ago

A$AP Rocky found guilty on assault charges

The rapper was found guilty on charges of assault in a Swedish court on Wednesday but will not have to serve any prison time.
6 years ago
VIDEO: ASAP Rocky found guilty on assault charges
6 years ago

A$AP Rocky found guilty of assault in Sweden, but won't face jail time

The hip-hop star was not present when the verdict was announced. He was facing up to two years in prison.
6 years ago
A$AP Rocky found guilty of assault in Sweden, but won't face jail time
6 years ago

ASAP Rocky found guilty of assault but will not face prison time: Swedish prosecutors

Rapper ASAP Rocky was convicted of assault but will not face jail time, Swedish prosecutors announced on Wednesday.
6 years ago
In this file photo taken, Sept. 13, 2018, A$AP Rocky attends Rihanna's 4th Annual Diamond Ball at Cipriani Wall Street in New York City.
6 years ago

Rapper A$AP Rocky returns home

The star making no public comment on whether he will return to Sweden for the verdict on August 14th.
6 years ago
VIDEO: Rapper A$AP Rocky returns home
6 years ago

A$AP Rocky released from jail in Sweden

Rapper A$AP Rocky will be released from custody while awaiting the verdict in his trial on assault charges in Sweden.
6 years ago
A$AP Rocky released from jail in Sweden
6 years ago

A$AP Rocky in Swedish court for 3rd day of trial for assault charges

The rapper pleads for justice during his assault trial, claiming he fought with defendant in self-defense.
6 years ago
VIDEO: A$AP Rocky in Swedish court for 3rd day of trial for assault charges
6 years ago

A$AP Rocky pleads for freedom at trial in Sweden: 'What I want is justice'

A$AP Rocky testified at his trial in Sweden on Thursday after entering a not guilty plea in relation to an assault charge for his involvement in a flight on June 30.
6 years ago
ASAP during Paris Fashion Week - Menswear Spring/Summer 2020, June 22, 2019, in Paris.
6 years ago

Rapper A$AP Rocky begins 2nd day of trial

The rapper is set to appear in a Swedish court Thursday for the second day of his three-day assault trial where if found guilty, he could spend up to two years in prison.
6 years ago
VIDEO: Rapper A$AP Rocky begins 2nd day of trial
6 years ago

A$AP Rocky's trial in Sweden set to begin for assault charges related to street fight

ASAP Rocky's trial in Sweden is set to begin on Tuesday after the rapper was charged with assault last week for his involvement in a street fight in Stockholm.
6 years ago
In this file photo, ASAP Rocky speaks onstage at Featured Session: Using Design "Differently" to Make a Difference during the 2019 SXSW Conference and Festivals on March 11, 2019, in Austin, Texas.
6 years ago

A$AP Rocky's trial begins in Sweden

The trial comes one month after the rapper was detained in Sweden following footage that went viral showing him allegedly assaulting a Swedish man.
6 years ago
VIDEO: A$AP Rocky's trial begins in Sweden
6 years ago

A$AP Rocky's assault trial in Sweden begins

A$AP Rocky's trial in Sweden is set to begin on Tuesday after the rapper was charged with assault last week for his involvement in a street fight in Stockholm.
6 years ago
A$AP Rocky's trial in Sweden is set to begin on Tuesday after the rapper was charged with assault last week for his involvement in a street fight in Stockholm.
6 years ago

Trump met with retired NFL player to discuss 'black America'

President Trump privately met with former NFL player and conservative commentator Jack Brewer at his Bedminster Golf Course to talk about "black America."
6 years ago
President Donald Trump with Jack Brewer at Trump National Golf Club in Bedminster, N.J., July 20, 2019.
6 years ago

Trump lashes out at Sweden after rapper A$AP Rocky charged

President Donald Trump tweeted #FreeRocky and criticized Sweden amid news that rapper ASAP Rocky was charged with assault.
6 years ago
In this file photo, ASAP Rocky speaks onstage at Featured Session: Using Design "Differently" to Make a Difference during the 2019 SXSW Conference and Festivals on March 11, 2019, in Austin, Texas.
6 years ago

Man involved in street fight with ASAP Rocky won't face charges: Swedish prosecutor

Swedish prosecutors announced on Monday that one of the two men involved in a June 30 street fight with rapper ASAP Rocky and his companions will not face charges.
6 years ago
In this file photo, ASAP Rocky speaks onstage at Featured Session: Using Design "Differently" to Make a Difference during the 2019 SXSW Conference and Festivals on March 11, 2019, in Austin, Texas.
6 years ago

Trump says he'll 'personally vouch' for rapper A$AP Rocky

President Donald Trump said he would "personally vouch" for A$AP Rocky's bail in Sweden as he continues to campaign publicly for the U.S. rapper, who is currently jailed
6 years ago
A$AP Rocky performs during the 42nd American Music Awards in Los Angeles, Nov. 23, 2014.
6 years ago

Trump says White House helping rapper ASAP Rocky, who is detained in Sweden

President Donald Trump confirmed that the White House is in talks with Sweden to help free ASAP Rocky, adding that first lady Melania Trump asked him to help the rapper.
6 years ago
A$AP Rocky attends an event in Beverly Hills, Calif., Feb. 9, 2019.
6 years ago

Congressional Black Caucus calls for ASAP Rocky's release

ASAP Rocky has been detained in a Swedish prison since July 2, following a June 30 street fight that broke out in Stockholm, and now he's getting support from Congress.
6 years ago
A$AP Rocky attends the 4th annual Diamond Ball at Cipriani Wall Street, Sept. 13, 2018, in New York.
6 years ago

Hollywood, hip-hop rally around imprisoned rapper ASAP Rocky: Here's what we know now

Hip-hop artists and celebrities are rallying behind rapper ASAP Rocky, who has been detained in a Swedish prison since July 2, following a June 30 street fight.
6 years ago
In this file photo, ASAP Pocky performs with YG during the 2019 Coachella Valley Music And Arts Festival on April 21, 2019, in Indio, Calif.