Celebs Who Survived Getting Shot

Surviving a shooting leaves a mark that goes far beyond the injury. These public figures lived through terrifying moments, recovered through grit and medical care, and then returned to work and family life. Their stories span music, art, sports, and public service, and each one carries details about where it happened, what they endured, and what followed in the aftermath.

This list focuses on clear facts such as dates, locations, injuries, investigations, and documented outcomes. You will find information about surgeries, legal cases, and career milestones that came after recovery. It is a reminder that behind the headlines are people who faced real danger and still found a path forward.

50 Cent

In May 2000 Curtis Jackson was shot nine times outside his grandmother’s home in South Jamaica Queens. Bullets struck his hand arm hip legs chest and face and he spent weeks in the hospital followed by months of rehabilitation. Surgeons treated injuries to his mouth and tongue and he carried fragments afterward which affected his speech.

The shooting derailed a planned album release but he returned to recording the following year and began building the mixtape run that led to major label success. Security protocols around his movements changed and he spoke publicly about using protective gear at shows and appearances.

Lil Wayne

At age 12 in New Orleans Dwayne Carter suffered a gunshot wound to the chest in 1994 inside his family apartment. A local officer known to him as Uncle Bob rushed him to the hospital which doctors later said was critical to his survival. The injury required emergency treatment and a hospital stay.

He returned to school and then into the studio as a teenager with an early group deal that set up his solo career. Years later he described the incident in detail and credited the rapid transport and surgical care for the outcome.

Megan Thee Stallion

In July 2020 Megan Pete was wounded in both feet in Los Angeles. She underwent surgery to remove bullet fragments and completed follow up care that included physical therapy. Medical records confirmed a gunshot injury to her feet.

Prosecutors brought charges against Daystar Peterson and a jury found him guilty in 2022 of three felony counts related to the shooting. He received a prison sentence in 2023. Megan resumed live performances and studio work after her recovery.

David Ortiz

On June 9 2019 David Ortiz was shot at a bar in Santo Domingo in the Dominican Republic. Surgeons performed an operation to address internal injuries and he was later transported to a Boston hospital for further surgery and recovery. Doctors monitored his liver and intestines following the initial procedures.

Authorities arrested multiple suspects and indicated that the attack involved mistaken identity. Ortiz continued his broadcasting work later that year and made public appearances after his discharge from the hospital.

Andy Warhol

On June 3 1968 artist Andy Warhol was shot at The Factory in Manhattan by Valerie Solanas. He arrived at the hospital in critical condition with injuries to his chest and abdomen and surgeons performed a long operation that saved his life. He wore a surgical support garment for years afterward due to lasting complications.

Solanas was arrested the same day. Court proceedings led to a sentence that included time under psychiatric evaluation and incarceration. Warhol returned to work with a studio routine that added tighter access and security.

Bob Marley

Gunmen entered Bob Marley’s home in Kingston on December 3 1976 and opened fire. Marley sustained wounds to his arm and chest area while his wife and manager were also injured. Doctors removed a bullet that had lodged in his arm and advised rest.

Despite the attack he appeared at the Smile Jamaica concert two days later and then left Jamaica for a time. The case produced no immediate convictions and the event remains a key chapter in his life with ongoing discussion about motive and politics in that era.

Ronald Reagan

On March 30 1981 President Ronald Reagan was struck by a bullet outside the Washington Hilton after a speech. The round ricocheted off the presidential limousine and entered his chest near the lung. He underwent emergency surgery and was discharged from the hospital less than two weeks later.

John Hinckley Jr was arrested at the scene and later found not guilty by reason of insanity. The incident led to security changes around presidential movements and prompted a national conversation about mental health and firearms.

Plaxico Burress

On November 28 2008 NFL receiver Plaxico Burress sustained an accidental self inflicted gunshot wound to the thigh at a New York nightclub. He was treated at a hospital for the leg injury and released. The incident drew attention because the firearm was not lawfully licensed in New York City.

Burress pleaded guilty to attempted criminal possession of a weapon in 2009 and served a sentence that ended in 2011. He returned to the league that season and caught touchdowns in his first year back.

Lil Tjay

Rapper Lil Tjay was shot multiple times during an attempted robbery in Edgewater New Jersey on June 22 2022. He underwent emergency surgery and spent time in intensive care under close monitoring. His team provided updates as he regained mobility and breathing strength.

Police announced arrests related to the attack and the case moved into the court system. Lil Tjay resumed recording and live appearances later that year and addressed the recovery in subsequent releases and interviews.

Boosie Badazz

In November 2020 Boosie Badazz was shot in the leg in Dallas while in town following the death of fellow rapper Mo3. He received medical treatment for a lower leg wound and later confirmed he did not require amputation. Doctors prescribed rest to limit strain on the injured area.

Law enforcement investigated the broader pattern of violence around that weekend with separate arrests in the Mo3 case. Boosie resumed touring and studio work after doctors cleared him to travel.

Benny the Butcher

Also in November 2020 Benny the Butcher was shot in the leg during an attempted robbery at a Houston shopping center. He was transported to a hospital for treatment of a single gunshot wound and discharged after evaluation and care. The injury required the use of crutches during early recovery.

Police opened an investigation and later named suspects in connection with the robbery attempt. Benny returned to recording sessions and public performances after his mobility improved.

The Game

In 2001 Jayceon Taylor was shot five times during a home invasion in Compton. He spent several days in a medically induced coma followed by an extended hospital stay. Doctors addressed wounds to his torso and legs and monitored for infection risk.

The experience marked the start of a focused push into music once he left the hospital. He worked through physical therapy and studio sessions at the same time and his first projects gathered attention soon after.

Cam’ron

On October 23 2005 Cam’ron was shot during an attempted carjacking in Washington DC. He sustained wounds to both arms and drove away from the scene to reach medical help. He was treated and released with follow up visits to monitor nerve function and mobility.

He returned to touring and video shoots shortly after doctors cleared him for travel. The case drew public tips but did not lead to an immediate conviction and he later described changes to how he handled travel and security.

YG

In June 2015 YG was shot multiple times at a recording studio in Studio City California. He arrived at a Los Angeles hospital with injuries to the hip and other areas and underwent treatment that night. Doctors classified the wounds as not life threatening and recommended rest and wound care.

Investigators reviewed surveillance footage from the building as they searched for suspects. YG resumed recording within weeks and released new material that same year while limiting large live events until his strength returned.

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