Who is Famous Richard? Fans send in wishes as Content Creator claims getting shot after being setup by fake Instagram promo page

Social media users pray for Famous Richard
Social media users pray for Famous Richard's speedy recovery (Image via Instagram/@famoussrichard)

Popular content creator, Famous Richard was recently shot after he was allegedly set up by a fake Instagram page. The news was confirmed by Richard himself, who uploaded an Instagram story on Saturday, December 14, 2024, from what seemed to be an ambulance. Famous Richard said:

“That page backdoored me. Mf just shot me. I love you all.”
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In another Instagram story, Famous Richard also shared a screenshot of the Instagram account that allegedly "backdoored" him. Richard shared the page, @titi_lildemon, which has more than 500 followers. He also wrote:

"This page just backdoored me on King David. I was doing a promo. 3 N***as hopped out on me. I just got shot. I love you all."

Famous Richard, born in February 1999, is a YouTube star, who often posts comedy videos on the video streaming website, and shows his life through vlogs. Furthermore, the content creator also shares self-made songs and music on his platform. As of writing, Richard has more than 358,000 subscribers on his Instagram page.

While more details about the incident have not yet been revealed by Famous Richard, as soon as the news reached the masses, multiple social media shared messages wishing for Richard’s speedy recovery. An X account, @DailyLoud posted about the incident on the platform, and a netizen wrote:

“Hope he gets well soon.”

Furthermore, others also spoke about the incident and stated:

“Oh no, I hope he is OK,” wrote another X user.
“Man, even Instagram catfishing has gone way too far smh,” commented one more.
“This is a crazy world out there,” added a netizen.

Many sent in their prayers for the content creator.

“Sending prayers and positive vibes your way, Famous Richard. Stay strong,” stated another.
“Man, that's some wild stuff! Praying for Famous Richard—he's one funny dude and definitely not ready to go out like that. Can we get some good vibes and a sick comedy special tribute when he pulls through?” wrote one X user.

Famous Richard was in the news last year after he was arrested on robbery charges

While Richard is best known for his YouTube videos, the content creator was also in the news in December 2023, for getting arrested on robbery charges. The New York Post reported that the influencer was arrested after he was allegedly trying to shoot a video of a Port Authority Police officer, just when the officer ended up recognizing him as a “wanted” offender.

The publication stated that the incident took a few days prior to his arrest when Richard was at a smoke shop, and allegedly got into a fight with the workers. Just then, the YouTuber allegedly showed off his gun and took the items. For the same, he was charged with first-degree robbery, to which he pleaded not guilty, and was released without bail.

As Richard was arrested, the police issued a statement on their Instagram page and stated:

“A YouTuber who films his antagonistic interactions with police officers approached Port Authority Police Officer Bradley DeSalvo in the 8th Avenue entrance of the Port Authority Bus Termina. As the YouTuber was about to begin his act with a cohort filming, PO DeSalvo had a different trick up his sleeve.”

While social media users continue to pray for the speedy recovery of Richard, the YouTuber has not posted his recent health update at the moment. Furthermore, the police authorities have also not provided details on the matter yet.

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Edited by Ameen Fatima
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