Troy Ave — Photos
Troy Ave is seen performing at Christmas in Brooklyn at the Barclays Center. He opted to wear a “Brooklyn Nets” crew neck on-stage, accessorizing with a gold chain necklace and black sunglasses.
Troy Ave was born Roland Collins on November 23, 1985, and was later raised in the Crown Heights neighborhood of Brooklyn, New York. He began making music in 2009, eventually releasing his debut album ‘New York City: The Album’ in Nov. 2013, which helped him earn a spot on the coveted XXL 2014 Freshmen Class list. He followed up his first album with sophomore release, ‘Major Without A Deal’ in 2015.
Troy was later arrested on May 26, 2016 for illegal weapon possession and attempted murder after a shooting at a T.I. concert held at Irving Plaza. Four were shot, and one person died. The rapper claimed self-defense and pleaded not-guilty. See photos of the Brooklyn based rapper here.
Troy Ave enters ‘Ace of Diamonds’ in Los Angeles
Troy Ave seen at ‘Ace of Diamonds’ in Los Angeles, California. The rapper sported a red cap and black bomber jacket, adding a gold necklace. He was joined by an entourage for his night out at the strip club.
Troy Ave plays at BB Kings
Troy Ave performs live, in concert at BB Kings in New York on April 30, 2013. The concert came after the debut of his first album, ‘New York City: The Album’. He wore a jersey and gold chains for the formance.
Troy Ave performs at ‘Christmas In Brooklyn’
Home town pride! Brooklyn native Troy Ave performs at ‘Christmas in Brooklyn’ at the Barclays Center. He rocked a ‘Brooklyn Nets’ crew neck sweatshirt and sweatpants for the occasion, showing off some bling with layered gold chains.
Troy Ave walks on crutches
Rapper Troy Ave and his lawyer Scott Leemon leave after a three minute news conference outside Irving Plaza in New York on Aug. 8, 2016 after he was released on bail for attempted murder. Troy walked in crutches as he wore a Givenchy shirt and white sneakers.
