Nicki Minaj has once again made headlines for her generous act of support. In a heartwarming gesture, the Queen of Rap has offered to cover the college tuition fees for a teenage boy who bravely defended his mother. The boy, who became a hero overnight, took action when a man viciously attacked his mother in a Chicago restaurant. This extraordinary story of courage and maternal love has captured the attention of many, including Minaj herself.
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In a disturbing incident captured on video, a 14-year-old boy, whose name remains undisclosed, witnessed a man named Jeremy Brown repeatedly assaulting his mother, Carlishia Hood, inside a restaurant. Brown’s threats escalated to physical violence as he mercilessly punched Hood in the head, leaving her vulnerable.
Without hesitation, Hood’s son intervened to protect his mother from further harm. He admitted a firearm and shot Brown, causing him to flee the premises. Charlishia Hood encouraged her son to finish the job; he followed Brown outside and shot him to death.
Initially, both the mother and son faced first-degree murder charges. However, the charges were eventually dropped due to the public’s outcry and the extraordinary circumstances surrounding the incident. The community rallied behind the brave young boy, acknowledging his heroic actions in defending his mother against a violent attacker.
Nicki Minaj, known for her philanthropy and outspoken nature, expressed her admiration for the young hero on her Instagram Story. She praised the boy for his bravery and pledged her support by offering to pay for his college education.
Minaj’s Instagram post read, “That 14-year-old boy that backed dat hammer out when that grown a** man was punching his mother in the face as if she were a MAN; is a true hero. If he wants to go to college, I’d love to help. It’s what ANY son should’ve done for their MOTHER.”
Carlishia Hood, overwhelmed with gratitude, responded to Minaj’s offer in the comment section of a post on TheShadeRoom. She thanked Minaj and mentioned how her son was elated upon hearing the news.
Hood confirmed that her son would indeed be attending college and expressed appreciation for any assistance they could receive.
In the aftermath of the incident, Carlishia Hood has taken legal action against the city of Chicago and the police, alleging unjust arrests and charges. Her legal team argues that the use of deadly force was justified as both Hood and her son were acting in self-defense to protect themselves from a violent assailant.
In addition to supporting the heroic teen, the Pinkprint artist recently excited her fans with an announcement regarding her highly anticipated fifth studio album. Via Twitter, she revealed that the album is scheduled for release in October 2023, creating a wave of anticipation among her devoted fanbase.
In a parallel display of generosity, Lizzo has established the Sasha Be Flooting Music Scholarship at her alma mater, the University of Houston. This scholarship aims to provide opportunities for music enthusiasts, supporting and strengthening the university’s music program.