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Aaron Dotson: Meet the Basketball Player Rumored to be Rapper Takeoff

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The world of entertainment is no stranger to conspiracy theories and wild speculations. One such approach surrounds Aaron Dotson, a professional basketball player, and Takeoff, a rapper from the renowned hip-hop trio, Migos. After Takeoff’s tragic death, rumors circulated that the basketball player was the deceased rapper leading to online debates. 

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  • Who Is Aaron Dotson?
  • Takeoff and Aaron Dotson: The Controversial Connection
  • Aaron Dotson Takeoff TikTok Trend
  • Are the Basketball Player and the Deceased Rapper the Same Person?

While some fans of the deceased Migos rapper are happy that their icon is alive even though he wouldn’t be rapping anymore and now plays basketball, others find the rumor insulting and disrespectful. Are the stories true?

Here’s what we know about Aaron Dotson and the unusual theory connecting him to Takeoff.

A picture of Aaron Dotson and the Migos rapper.
Side-by-side picture of the deceased rapper and the basketball player. (Source: Instagram/@transcendea)

Who Is Aaron Dotson?

Born Aaron Theodore Dotson on March 31, 1991, in Seattle, Washington State, Dotson is a renowned American basketball player. Often referred to by his initials A.D., Dotson is the second son of Anthony St. and Adrienne Dotson. He grew up alongside his siblings, Anthony Jr. and Avery. Little is known about his upbringing since he isn’t a mainstream celebrity.

From a young age, Dotson pursued his passion for basketball at Garfield High School in Seattle. While at Garfield High School, he was a swingman before transferring to another basketball program at Rainier Beach High School. 

However, Dotson’s talents did not go unnoticed. After high school, he had multiple university offers from Oregon State, Georgia, UCLA, Arizona State, Kansas, and the University of Washington, but he chose Louisiana State University. He is an unrestricted agent, free to sign with any team. However, Aaron Dotson gained the attention of fans following the death of Migos rapper Takeoff.

Takeoff and Aaron Dotson: The Controversial Connection

The rumor connecting Aaron Dotson and Takeoff was born following the tragic demise of Takeoff. Takeoff is an American rapper who gained fame as the youngest Grammy-nominated hip-hop trio Migos member. On November 1, 2022, after a private party in Houston, Texas, Takeoff was fatally shot in the head and torso.

A picture of Aaron Dotson's alleged real self.
Deceased Migos rapper, Takeoff. (Source: Instagram/@yrntakeoff)

The Houston Police Department confirmed that the shooting happened at about 2:50 am. They added that they transported two other victims to the hospital. However, they found the Migos rapper dead on arrival. The news of the talented rapper’s death shook the world, but nothing prepared fans for the coming days. 

Soon after, Orlando Brown, an American rapper, singer, and actor, shocked fans with the claim that Takeoff is living under the alias Aaron Dotson. In an interview with Camp Capone News, Brown asked viewers to look at photos of the basketball player and Takeoff side by side, claiming they would see Takeoff in Dotson’s eyes. Brown further asserted that Takeoff faked his death because he was tired of his lifestyle and chose a new path.

Aaron Dotson Takeoff TikTok Trend

Brown’s claims in the interview led to speculations and, ultimately, the birth of Aaron Dotson Takeoff TikTok trend. This trend has users posting videos on the video-sharing platform and comparing side-by-side pictures of Dotson and Takeoff to show similarities in their physical appearances.

With hashtags such as #Takeoff-is-aaron-Dotson and #longlivetakeoff, users tried to see if Brown’s claim was valid. Consequently, they took to TikTok to highlight the physical similarities to prove that Aaron Dotson is Takeoff.

Despite the rumor’s widespread reach, many fans have cast doubts, citing Aaron Dotson and Takeoff’s different birthplaces and birth names. Dotson was born in Seattle, Washington, while Takeoff, born Kirsnick Khari Ball, hailed from Lawrenceville, Georgia. Moreover, their birth dates differ, with Dotson being born in 1991 and Takeoff in 1994.

A picture of the deceased Migos rapper, Takeoff.
Takeoff. (Source: Instagram/@yrntakeoff)

Are the Basketball Player and the Deceased Rapper the Same Person?

Although the theory ignited a wave of interest and speculation among fans worldwide, many see it as deceitful and humorless. The mystery remains whether the successful basketball player and famous Migos rapper are the same person. However, due to the inconsistencies in their personal histories, fans have concluded that Aaron Dotson is not Takeoff.

The story of the talented Seattle-born basketball player and the rumors linking him to rapper Takeoff is a testament to the fascination and intrigue that often surrounds public figures. While the theory has stirred the pot, it has not impacted Dotson’s standing as a talented basketball player.

Whether or not Aaron Dotson and Takeoff are the same person remains a mystery. However, it serves as a reminder of social media platforms’ viral potential and impact on a person’s life and career.

Like Aaron Dotson and Takeoff’s theory, Mark Braddock’s alleged affair with famous reality TV star Todd Chrisley is another story that shook the internet. 

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