Lil Nas X’s strange Hollywood adventure was unfolding hours before his early Thursday morning arrest, according to newly obtained footage. TMZ Hip Hop captured the “Old Town Road” rapper wandering outside the Short Stories Hotel around 1:30 PM Wednesday—almost 15 hours prior to the incident that landed him in police custody.
Sources at the hotel confirmed Nas was on the property, though he was not a registered guest.
Footage Shows Odd Behavior
In the surveillance video, Nas appears aimless and detached, strolling into the hotel courtyard alone. Unlike his later shocking appearance on Ventura Boulevard, he was fully dressed, sporting a cowboy hat, boots, jeans, and a short-sleeved shirt while fanning himself under the sun.
Later, he made his way into the hotel lobby, hydrating with a cup of water. At some point, he removed his shirt before stepping back onto the street, hinting at the bizarre and unpredictable behavior that would culminate in his early morning arrest.
Early Morning Arrest on Ventura Boulevard
Just hours later, around 4 AM Thursday, Lil Nas X was spotted roaming Ventura Boulevard, roughly 7 miles from the hotel, wearing only white underwear and white cowboy boots. TMZ first reported the arrest, which stemmed from an alleged battery on an officer after the rapper supposedly charged at responding police.
The timeline between the afternoon hotel footage and the early morning incident remains unclear, and Lil Nas X’s camp has remained silent since the booking.
Public and Social Media Reactions
Fans and social media users were quick to react to both the pre-arrest footage and the bizarre early morning encounter, sparking memes, speculation, and discussions about Nas’ mental state and well-being.
From his fully clothed afternoon stroll to his nearly naked morning escapade, the rapper’s actions have fueled curiosity and concern among fans worldwide.
What’s Next?
As of now, authorities have not released additional details about the circumstances between the two incidents. Lil Nas X’s legal team has yet to comment, leaving fans and the public awaiting clarification.
Stay tuned to The Pop Radar for updates on Lil Nas X’s case and any statements from his team.
