In a recent controversy, rapper Boosie Badazz has found himself at the center of a legal dispute following the family of Caleb Wilson’s allegations regarding the unauthorized use of his image to promote the sixth annual Boosie Bash. Wilson, a Southern University student, tragically died earlier this year in an alleged hazing incident.

Boosie, speaking to WBRZ, expressed his intentions to honor Wilson’s memory by establishing a scholarship fund in his name. “We want to do something positive,” he stated, revealing plans to allocate $20,000 towards a scholarship and support for Wilson’s family. However, the Wilson family claims they were unaware that their son’s name and image were being utilized in promotional materials for the event. Their understanding was limited to discussions about a scholarship at the university, and they had not consented to the use of Caleb’s likeness for profit.

Attorney General Liz Merl is representing the Wilson family and has publicly condemned the use of Caleb’s name, deeming it a “dramatic misrepresentation” that exploits the family’s grief for commercial gain. Merl has announced plans for legal action, emphasizing that Boosie and his team owe the family an apology.

In response to the escalating tensions, Boosie has expressed frustration, indicating that he may consider relocating the annual festival outside Louisiana due to ongoing challenges he perceives in the state. “I might take Boosie Bash on the road,” he suggested, contemplating venues in various states across the country.

As the situation unfolds, it raises pertinent questions about consent, representation, and ethical practices within promotional activities, especially in the wake of tragedy. The outcome of this dispute could have significant implications for how public figures engage with sensitive subjects in the future.