Boosie Badazz is facing possible legal action after allegedly using the name of Caleb Wilson, a deceased Southern University student, to promote his annual Boosie Bash festival — without the family’s permission.
Wilson, 20, tragically died during a hazing incident at Southern University, where he was reportedly punched in the chest multiple times as part of a fraternity ritual. His death sparked national headlines and mourning across Louisiana.
Following the incident, Boosie announced plans to create a scholarship in Wilson’s name using proceeds from Boosie Bash, which took place this past weekend. The event featured performances from major artists like GloRilla, Sexyy Red, DaBaby, and more.
But according to Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill, Boosie never had the family’s permission to use Caleb’s name or promote any scholarship in his honor.
Legal Action on the Table
Speaking to WBRZ, Murrill said:
“The family did not know the event was happening… They’ve requested that Caleb’s name, image, and any reference to a scholarship be removed from all promotional materials.”
She also accused Boosie and his team of “dramatic misrepresentation and misappropriation”, adding:
“It is just disgusting… They owe the family an apology. Boosie hasn’t even funded any scholarship.”
Murrill made it clear that legal action is being considered over the use of Wilson’s name and likeness without consent.
Boosie Responds
Boosie, who previously claimed that he worked with Wilson’s father to establish the scholarship, fired back on social media:
“ITS SAD FOR THIS LAWYER [AND] FAMILY TO SAY I PROMOTED MY EVENT OFF SOMEONE’S PASSING… HOW THE F* CAN I CAPITALIZE OFF SOMEONE’S DEATH FOR A CONCERT? THAT AINT ME.”**
He went on to defend himself, saying his event had been promoted since November and had nothing to do with Wilson’s death, which occurred just days before the festival:
“WHEN KEEPING IT REAL GOES WRONG SMH [BRO] IM DONE. ANOTHER MONEY GRAB. THIS IS THE ULTIMATE BETRAYAL.”
The Caleb Wilson Case
After Wilson’s death, police arrested Caleb McCray, a former Southern University student, on charges of manslaughter and criminal hazing. Two more individuals were charged with misdemeanor hazing, but their identities have not yet been made public.
