Pop CultureSaturday, November 7
A Grand Theft Auto 6 character appears to be Pompano Beach rapper Kodak Black
The 5AM Hollywood team
If you're counting down to Grand Theft Auto 6, here's a South Florida name to look for. Rockstar Games released new screenshots Thursday, Nov. 5, and one character has face tattoos, a hairstyle and jewelry like Kodak Black's. Fans on Reddit spotted the bird tattoo and the “1800” chain first.
Nov. 19release date for Grand Theft Auto 6
Rockstar's new screenshots came out Thursday, Nov. 5, ahead of launch.
Sources: NBC 6 South Florida, Miami New Times
NBC6 reports that in a video posted to social media, the 29-year-old rapper and his attorney Bradford Cohen confirm the feature. Miami New Times notes Rockstar's announcement doesn't identify him or explain any role, so a cameo or a speaking part is still an open question.
- Real name: Bill Kapri, a Pompano Beach native
- Setting: fictional Vice City, inspired by Miami and South Florida
- Look-alikes: Ocean Drive, Miami airport and the Everglades
Reports differ on whether Kodak Black's role is confirmed
| Question | What the reports say |
|---|---|
| Does he look like Kodak? | Tattoos, hairstyle and jewelry match |
| Did Rockstar name him? | Its announcement doesn't identify him |
| Did Kodak confirm it? | He and his attorney do, in a video |
| What is his role? | Not explained yet |
Sources: NBC 6 South Florida, Miami New Times
Sources: NBC 6 South Florida, Miami New Times