American hip-hop artist, Charles Jones, popularly known as Julio Foolio, was shot dead on Sunday, 23rd of June, 2024 in Tampa, Florida.
The tragic incident happened outside a Holiday Inn, where a shooting attack left Foolio dead and three others injured.
Below are few things you need to know about the late rapper
Who is Julio Foolio?
Julio Foolio, born Charles Jones on 21st of June, 1998, in Jacksonville, Florida, was renowned for his raw and gritty music style, reflecting the harsh realities of street life.
His intense and often controversial tracks, including diss songs aimed at rival rappers and gangs, gained significant attention in the hip-hop world.
Julio Foolio’s age
Julio Foolio was born on 21st of June, 1998 which makes him 26-years-old upon his death.
Cause of Julio Foolio’s death
According to press reports, the 26-year-old rapper had been celebrating his birthday with friends at a local Airbnb.
After police intervened to disperse the gathering, Foolio and his friends relocated to continue the celebration.
The shooting happened outside the Holiday Inn, where two parked cars were targeted by a group of armed men.
Foolio was in one of the vehicles when the gunmen opened fire.
Previous Attacks
This is not the first time Foolio has been attacked, his life had been at risk on multiple occasions.
In 2020, Foolio was involved in a shooting in Houston, Texas.
In November 2021, he defended himself during another attack in Jacksonville using a registered weapon.
Additionally, in October 2023, he survived an ambush in a Jacksonville neighborhood, sustaining severe injuries to his foot.
Following the 2023 attack, he filed a lawsuit against a UF Health nurse for allegedly compromising his safety by disclosing his location.
Julio Folio’s music
Julio Foolio’s career was marked by his distinctive style and unapologetic lyrics.
He carved out a niche in the competitive hip-hop scene with tracks like “Voodoo” and “Slide,” which highlighted his lyrical prowess and storytelling ability.
Julio Foolio’s net worth
Despite facing numerous adversities, Foolio’s talent and perseverance earned him a dedicated following and a net worth estimated at $1 million.
