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Is YNW Melly Still in Prison? Updates on His Death Penalty

Everything you need to know about the YNW Melly murder case.

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Is YNW Melly Still In Prison? Updates On His Death Penalty

American rapper and singer YNW Melly was arrested and charged with two counts of first-degree murder in February 2019.

Melly and another rapper, YNW Bortlen, allegedly murdered two YNW crew members, Christopher ‘YNW Juvy’ Thomas Jr. and Anthony ‘YNW Sakchaser’ Williams.

Several key witnesses, including his ex-girlfriend Mariah Hamilton and her mother Felicia Holmes, provided statements to police in the early stages of the investigation. Initially, they told police that they received a call from Melly shortly after the shootings, in which he claimed to have been the victim of a drive-by shooting.

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YNW Melly has been in prison for over three years. (Source: Twitter)

After numerous investigations, the rapper was imprisoned. The case has been a rollercoaster since Melly pleaded not guilty to the charges of two murders in March 2019. He was initially sentenced to death, but judge Andrew Siegel overruled the decision in July.

However, on November 9, 2019, the death penalty was reinstated as an option if Melly was found guilty during the trial. The rapper’s defense team persuaded Judge Siegel to drop the death penalty after arguing that the prosecution took too long to provide official notice.

YNW Melly accused of planning to escape from Jail

Melly, along with Nicholas Lewis and Jamell Demons, attempted to escape from the jail on April 11, 2022. They intended to elude capture by having Demons’ attorney bring in two handcuff keys to aid in their escape.

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However, the jail officials later discovered a six-inch shank, two razor blades, two lighters, and rolling papers from them. Lewis was also in possession of Seroquel and Klonopin pills for which he didn’t have a prescription. Melly’s cell was searched, but nothing was discovered except commissary food and excessive jail-issued clothing.

Later, the Broward Sheriff’s Office revoked the rapper’s phone privileges due to repeated violations of the jail’s rules.

Is YNW Melly still in prison?

As of this writing, Melly is still in prison. However, he had stated that he would be released from jail several times. On April 20, 2022, the rapper took to his official Twitter to claim he would be released from prison. He posted a photo of himself in the Broward County Jail and wrote, “It’s about that time. You can uncross each other. This year, I’ll be staying at home.”

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This was not the first time he hinted that he would be returning home soon. In February 2022, he wrote, “I’ll be home soon to give y’all all this new gas.” Likewise, Melly’s mother, Jamie King, and brother YNW Bslime claimed he would be home in May in the March 25th episode of the We In Miami podcast.

YNW Melly requested to be transferred to a different prison

Melly has spent years awaiting trial on first-degree murder charges. Following the news that YNW Melly could face the death penalty if convicted, the rapper shared the message in which he said he fears for his life.

He wrote alongside his mugshot, “As of this moment today I am officially in fear for my life. A new Captain named Hubert and XO Jenkins has taken over the jail for two weeks now and have handed out even harsher punishments for me than the previous ones in place.”

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Similarly, in his second post, he expressed his desire to be transferred to a different jail while awaiting his trial on two counts of premeditated first-degree murder. Recently, the rapper also took the death penalty question to Florida supreme court.

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What is Toosii’s real name? Learn more about the actor 

Toossi came from the singer’s childhood nickname ‘Toota.’

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Toosii is an American rapper and singer. He has gained recognition for his musical creations like ‘Love Is…’, ‘Favorite Song,’ ‘Red Lights,’ ‘Love Cycle,’ and ‘Sapiosexual.’ His first album, Poetic Pain, reached number 17 on the Billboard 200 chart.

Before becoming known as Toosii, sometimes as KingToosii, the rapper gained popularity on SoundCloud. In 2017, he released his album Label Me Diverse on Spinrilla after gaining attention for his singles ‘Lost’ and ‘Dreams.’ 

He has built a substantial following on social media, especially on Instagram. But, even though the singer is famous by the name Toosii, it is not his real name. His real name assigned at birth was Nau’Jour Lazier Grainger. 

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Here is some more information about the famous singer and rapper about his life, career, and more. Read along for more details. 

Toosii picked up his stage name from his childhood 

The singer, whose real name is Nau’Jour Grainger, was born on January 9, 2000, in Syracuse, New York, and grew up there before moving to Raleigh, North Carolina, at the age of 17. 

His current age is 23. There are not many details about his family on the internet. However, according to Filmifeed, Toosii has both an older brother and a younger sister. 

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He began seriously pursuing his music career in Raleigh, where he found solace from his struggles through rap. 

Toosii began recording music at 16 years old while balancing high school football and navigating his plans. He derived his stage name from his childhood nickname, “Toota,” which evolved into Toosii after his football teammates jokingly suggested it. 

He added the two I’s to represent the vision one needs both eyes to see. Toosii was discovered by the South Coast Music Group, the same record label that represents fellow North Carolina rapper DaBaby, and signed with them in 2019.

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Toosii draws on intimate details of his personal life in his songs 

According to All Music, Toosii stands out from other commercial rappers by infusing his music with unique experiences rather than relying on generic content. He writes introspective lyrics with a strong sense of melody and pop sensibility. 

He has released several projects, including his debut studio album in 2020, Poetic Pain, and mixtapes and EPs such as ‘Thank You for Believing’ in 2021 and ‘Boys Don’t Cry: Men Do’ in 2022. All of his releases have charted well.

Toosii has a son with his fiance Samaria Joyce Davis

He is engaged to Samaria Joyce Davis, who is popular on Instagram with the handle samariajdavis. On April 16th, 2022, the couple revealed that they were expecting their first child. In June of the same year, they happily announced the birth of their son.

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As mentioned by Sports Keeda, the rapper confirmed that his girlfriend, Davis was pregnant in April 2022. His friends congratulated him on his now-deleted Instagram post, where he shared a picture while cuddling with Davis’ baby bump and wrote: “This is the best thing that ever happened to me.”

The couple announced the birth of their baby boy in June 2022 and have been enjoying their parental journey together. They share a bunch of pictures with their son.

Keep reading Glamour Buff for more exciting stories! 

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Raquel Leviss Was Adopted by Her Parents – Inside Her Family Life With Mom and Sister

All about Raquel Leviss’ family life!

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Raquel Leviss Was Adopted By Her Parents And Her Family

Raquel Leviss joined Vanderpump Rules initially as James Kennedy’s girlfriend but is now striking out on her own. Raquel has provided fans with a more personal glimpse into her life and family since joining the cast as a series regular in Season 9.

The reality star is far more forthcoming about her family than ever before and has opened up about them in the show. She revealed that her parents adopted her and her dynamics with her siblings, especially her sister.

Leviss was getting ready for her marriage to Kennedy (which has since been called off) in the ninth season of the popular reality series on Bravo. She frequently discussed her family and her close bond with her parents during this time.

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Raquel Leviss was adopted by her parents

Leviss is candid about her adoption story, especially in the Vanderpump Rules episode airing on October 19, 2021. She informed the audience that she was adopted in infancy, and her sister Kate was born first to her birth mother, Susan.

She explained that her birth mom Susan had an unplanned pregnancy while already having two kids —  Kate and David, Leviss’ siblings. At the same time, Susan’s sister and Leviss’ then-aunt, Laura, were attempting to be pregnant.

Unfortunately, getting pregnant with a child of her own was not in Laura’s cards. As a result, Susan gave Leviss to Laura, who then adopted the reality TV star as her own daughter.

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Raquel Leviss was adopted by her parents when she was an infant.

Raquel Leviss was adopted by her parents when she was an infant. (Source: Instagram)

“My biological mom, Susan, gave birth to Kate before me. And then Susan accidentally got pregnant again right around the time my aunt, Laura, was trying to conceive. Susan was generous enough to offer to have me for my aunt,” Leviss explained in the show.

Leviss calls Laura her mom whereas she calls Susan by her name. She uploaded several pictures of herself with her loved ones on October 22, 2021, including both of her parents. 

She described her family history and background in the caption, expressing her deep thanks and admiration for her upbringing. Raquel captioned the photo, saying, “My mom Laura (pictured in slide 2) couldn’t conceive so when her younger sister Susan had an unplanned pregnancy with me, she offered to have me for my mom!”

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She then gushed about how she was lucky to be raised by “such loving parents.” She wrote, “I thank my lucky stars I was raised by such loving parents. I know I have the best dad ever (pictured in slide 5) and my mom has been such a momma bear to me my whole life.”

She appreciated how her family pushed her to be the better version of herself. “When I was a teenager, my mom encouraged me to pursue modeling and to step out of my comfort zone through pageants. I love my family so much,” she gushed.

However, not much is known about Leviss’ parents. Laura, her adoptive mom, and her unidentified father appear to value their privacy. 

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Even though Laura’s Instagram account is private, it is clear from her bio that she is a home stager, an individual who prepares a house for sale.

Raquel Leviss on her sister and brother

Leviss’ parents and her half-siblings were also introduced to Vanderpump Rules for the first time in the ninth season. Susan gave birth to Leviss’ sister ten years before the reality TV show was conceived. 

Leviss did not grow up with her sister Kate and brother David. As a result, they were not always close. 

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Leviss noted, “Kate and I weren’t always close. You know, we didn’t have a lot in common.” However, in recent years, Kate has stepped up and become a sister to her.

“But Kate has kind of stepped into my life a little bit more. She wants to be that big sister role to me,” she appreciated. 

Leviss provided an update on her relationship with her sister and advised the pair during her appearance with James on Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen.

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“She’s good. It’s a sisterly love, you know,” Raquel pointed out. “She just wants the best for me, and she wants to know that James is treating me right.”

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Daisy True Ryan’s Bio — Everything about Meg Ryan’s Adopted Child

Meg Ryan’s bond with her daughter is adorable!

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Meg Ryan has two children —  a son, Jack Quaid, whom she shares with her former husband, Dennis Quaid, and her adopted child, Daisy True Ryan.

In 2006, Meg adopted Daisy True Ryan, a little girl from China who had been abandoned at an orphanage. Since then, Meg has been a committed and loving mother to her daughter and has used her platform to raise awareness about adoption.

The actress is a proud mother of two and often gushes about her kids wherever she can. Here is all we know about Meg and her daughter, including  Daisy True’s age and Daisy True bio.

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Meg Ryan’s story of adopting her daughter

Daisy True was born in China in 2004 and was abandoned at an orphanage shortly after her birth. Meg first saw a picture of her daughter and was immediately drawn to her.

Meg did not technically find Daisy. She confessed that the adoption process in East Asian countries included a lottery system, and children were randomly assigned. 

The actress simply yearned for a baby and wanted to adopt an American child. But one thing led to another, and she even planned on going to India.

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Meg Ryan with her adopted child, daughter Daisy True Ryan.

Meg Ryan with her adopted child, daughter Daisy True Ryan. (Source: Twitter)

However, on her way to India, she received a picture of Daisy True, and since then, she fell in love with her adopted child. Meg is convinced that there was nothing random about her daughter being assigned to her. Instead, they were meant to be together.

She knew that she wanted to adopt her and give her a loving home. The adoption process was kept private, and Meg announced the arrival of her new daughter through her representative. 

Meg was overwhelmed with emotion on the day she brought Daisy True home. “I never laughed harder or cried more…I was so nervous about the whole thing,” she said of the adoption process.

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Meg Ryan and her adopted child, Daisy True Ryan

Since adopting Daisy True, Meg has been incredibly private about her daughter’s life. There are very few interviews or pictures of Daisy True out in the public sphere, and Meg has been committed to giving her daughter a sense of normalcy despite their celebrity status.

However, Meg has spoken candidly about her daughter in the past and has shared how much she has enriched her life. In an interview with Redbook (via People), Meg said, “Adopting my daughter – that’s just been the biggest joy of my life. She’s opened me up to a whole new world.”

Meg has also been a vocal advocate for adoption and has used her platform to raise awareness about the importance of giving children a loving home. In a 2010 interview with InStyle, Meg Ryan said, “If you have the time and the love, it’s a really fulfilling thing to do.”

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Adoption has been a significant part of Meg’s life since she was a child. Her mother, Susan Jordan, was also adopted, and the actress has said that it has always been a part of her family’s story. 

She has described adoption as a “miracle,” and has encouraged others who are considering adoption to take the leap and make a difference in a child’s life.

In addition to being a dedicated mother to Daisy True, Meg has also been involved in various charitable organizations that support adoption. She has been a longtime supporter of the organization Half the Sky, which works to improve the lives of orphaned and abandoned children in China. 

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She has also been involved with the Adopt-A-Classroom organization, which provides funds to teachers and classrooms in need. 

As said before, not much is known about Daisy True since her mother has kept her out of the public eye. However, as of 2023, Daisy True’s age is speculated to be 17.

She shares a good bond with her mother as well as her brother, Jack. Most of the time, the mother-daughter duo are photographed together while shopping, having lunch, or attending events.

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Jack often posts pictures with her and calls Daisy True his “little sister.”

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