When one hears the name, Floyd Mayweather, the mind races to the ring. But today, “Pretty Boy,” Mayweather is the topic of conversation for an entirely different reason.
Floyd Mayweather recently went public with a shocking confession about Tupac, and it has tongues wagging.
Floyd Mayweather says he witnessed Tupac’s murder in Las Vegas: “I was living right here in 1996” pic.twitter.com/MexaDrAV4E
“Pretty Boy,” Floyd Mayweather is known for his impressive boxing career. He reached GOAT status with 50 bouts, 50 wins, 15 title wins, and 27 KOs. In 2021, he was recognized for his skills in the ring with an induction into the International Boxing Hall of Fame.
However, none of this is unexpected, especially for an athlete of his caliber and with such a work ethic. According to Sports Brief, Mayweather’s been priming his fist since he took his first step into professional boxing at age 11. While his prowess and achievements are no secret, it turns out that Mayweather’s knowledge about Tupac’s murder was until now.
Mayweather’s Revelation
According to a recent Twitter post, Floyd Mayweather is now confessing that he witnessed Tupac’s murder. And in his words,
“I ain’t never told anybody.”
Reportedly on the night in question, the famed boxer had pulled up beside the “All Eyez on Me Artist” artist at the intersection where he was shot.
Mayweather also confirmed to the press, “I pulled up beside 2Pac, pulled up right here. They shot 2Pac at this light, and the car went that way.”
For many, this is interesting news and raises questions. Why Mayweather only opened up now?
According to a major news outlet, according to a warrant, several items were taken in conjunction with the investigation, including computers, photographs, a copy of a Vibe magazine with Tupac featured, and other documents.
But just as there is no rationale as to why Floyd has offered his revelation now, there is no confirmed reason for reopening the case. There are a lot of theories, from the changing of the guard (police force) to the much talked about docuseries “Dear Mama,” but theories are simply that.
“It Ain’t No Secret:” What That Means
It’s interesting to know that over two decades after this senseless loss, we are still putting together the pieces. It is truly unfortunate that it has taken this long to lay things to rest. While justice never sleeps, it seems to be comatose at times. Many still lie in wait for justice to be fully served. And confessions such as Mayweather’s speak of this situation’s tragic nature and the code many people hold to in the wake of such incidents.
But while some may look at Mayweather’s confession with scorn, one must consider that he is not the only one who has come forth with knowledge of that night’s events. And according to a recent interview with esteemed director Allen Hughes, who killed Tupac was never really a secret. In the words of Hughes, “In the community and in the streets, it was never really a mystery who killed Tupac.”
And that’s as eye-opening as Mayweather’s confession.
The Long Arms of Justice
When the world lost Tupac, they lost a light. And as Hughes relayed in his interview, his death changed the trajectory of hip-hop. But light is energy and energy never dies. It carries on, as does Tupac’s legacy.
So, with great hopes this time around, there will be a conclusion to the matter that people may know there is such a thing as true justice. Not only is justice real, but there are those who remain committed to the dogged pursuit of such, no matter how long it takes.
