In an exclusive article for Elle Magazine, Megan Thee Stallion opened up about her experience following her shooting by fellow rapper Tory Lanez in July 2020. The article details the aftermath of the incident, which saw Megan face backlash from online strangers, gossip blogs, and even her peers.
Despite assuming she would be believed when she came forward about the shooting, Megan was met with hostility and disbelief. However, following Lanez’s guilty verdict on three felony counts, the rapper is now speaking out about moving past the traumatic event.
“For years, my attacker laughed and joked about my trauma. For years, my attacker peddled false narratives about what happened on the night of July 12, 2020. For years, my attacker tried to leverage social media to take away my power. Imagine how it feels to be called a liar every day? Especially from a person who was once part of your inner circle.”
The article is the first and only time Megan has discussed the incident since the verdict was handed down. In it, she details her journey toward healing and emphasizes the importance of believing survivors of violence.
Megan’s story highlights the challenges that survivors of violence often face when coming forward with their experiences. Despite this, the rapper has remained resilient and is using her platform to raise awareness about the issue.
