- Sleepy Hallow shot dead, is a rising Brooklyn drill rapper facing serious legal charges
- He was indicted along with Sheff G and 30 others for gang conspiracy charges
- The 140-count indictment alleges involvement in shootings, gun possession, and more
- Sleepy Hallow has been released on bail and is awaiting trial
Tegan Joshua Anthony Chambers, better known by his stage name Sleepy Hallow, is a rising star in the Brooklyn drill rap scene. However, the 23-year-old rapper has recently found himself in legal trouble, facing a 140-count indictment along with fellow rapper Sheff G and 30 other alleged gang members.
Wiki and Bio Details
Full Name | Tegan Joshua Anthony Chambers |
Stage Name | Sleepy Hallow |
Born | December 20, 1999 (age 23) |
Birthplace | Jamaica |
Raised | Flatbush, Brooklyn, New York City |
Occupation | Rapper |
Known For | Brooklyn drill music, hit singles “Deep End Freestyle” and “2055” |
Notable Works | “Flows” (with Sheff G), “Deep End Freestyle” (featuring Fousheé), “2055” |
Labels | Winners Circle Entertainment, RCA Records |
Years Active | 2019 – present |
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Early Life and Musical Career
Sleepy Hallow was born on December 20, 1999, in Jamaica and immigrated to the Flatbush section of Brooklyn, New York City as a child. Around the age of 12, he began rapping and picked the name “Sleepy Hallow” as his stage name. Chambers met frequent collaborator Sheff G when they were preparing to fight, but stopped when Sheff G was impressed with how Chambers carried himself.
Sleepy Hallow first gained recognition for his 2019 single “Flows” featuring Sheff G. His 2020 single “Deep End Freestyle” featuring Fousheé received platinum certification from the RIAA and marked his first entry on the Billboard Hot 100. His 2021 single “2055” peaked at number 51 on the chart.
Legal Issues and Indictment
On May 15, 2023, Chambers was indicted along with 32 other alleged gang members, including Sheff G, for a multitude of gang conspiracy charges. The 140-count indictment alleges the defendants were involved in shootings, gun possession, stealing cars for criminal activity, and conspiracy to commit murder.
Prosecutors claim that Sleepy Hallow was spotted in a video in possession of a gun with a co-defendant and appearing in a social media post that allegedly disrespects a rival gang’s hand gesture. He is also accused of exchanging phone calls and text messages with a co-defendant on the same day the latter allegedly stole a car used in a 2020 shooting that left one dead and five injured.
Current Status and Future
On May 30, 2023, Chambers announced on his Instagram story that he has been released on bail and is now waiting for the trial to start. The indictment comes at an unfortunate time for the rapper, as he and Sheff G had planned to perform at the Rolling Loud festival in Miami on July 21.
Net Worth Of Sleepy Hallow
Sleepy Hallow’s net worth is estimated to be $4.09 million as of 2021. The primary source of his income is as a rapper and a singer. Sleepy also has his YouTube channel from which he makes income from YouTube advertising revenue which adds up his net worth to an estimated number of $5.73 million.
FAQs
Q. What is Sleepy Hallow’s real name?
A. Tegan Joshua Anthony Chambers
Q. How old is Sleepy Hallow?
A. 23 years old (born December 20, 1999)
Q. What is Sleepy Hallow’s net worth?
A. His exact net worth is unknown, but as a rising rapper with a platinum single, it is likely in the range of hundreds of thousands to a few million dollars.
Q. Where is Sleepy Hallow from?
A. Born in Jamaica, he was raised in the Flatbush section of Brooklyn, New York City.
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Last Updated on August 13, 2024 by 247 News Around The World