Grand Theft Auto VI’s tradition of celebrity cameos faces unprecedented backlash after rapper Travis Scott teased involvement via his “2000 Excursion” music video. At 3:56, a car’s license plate reads “GTA VI6″—a not-so-subtle nod fueling speculation. But for many fans, Scott’s rumored role is a dealbreaker due to his connection to the 2021 Astroworld tragedy, where 10 concertgoers died and hundreds were injured.
Why Fans Are Furious
The backlash centers on Scott’s controversial history:
- Astroworld Negligence: Lawsuits alleged Scott encouraged dangerous crowd behavior despite safety risks.
- No Public Apology: Many feel Scott avoided accountability for the incident.
- Tone-Deaf Inclusion: GTA 6’s Vice City setting hits too close to home for victims’ families.
Reddit erupted with outrage:
“He’s gonna be in Trample Simulator 2026?” – kman8297
“Damn, not him.” – Alyv387
“Rockstar glorifies criminals, but this is too real.”
How Scott Teased His Role
While unconfirmed, possibilities include:
- Radio Host: Voicing a station like GTA V’s Dr. Dre.
- NPC Mission Giver: Similar to Danny Trejo in San Andreas.
- Soundtrack Feature: “2000 Excursion” playing in-game.
Notably, Scott was arrested in Miami (Vice City’s real-world counterpart) in June 2025—timing fans call “suspicious.”
Rockstar’s Celebrity Dilemma
The studio faces tough choices:
- Tradition: Cameos boost hype (Samuel L. Jackson, Ricky Gervais).
- Relevance: Scott dominates hip-hop; fits GTA’s music culture.
- Ethics: Ignoring Astroworld backlash risks alienating fans.
One Redditor warned: *”Including him turns *GTA 6* from satire into sick tribute.”*
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What’s Next?
Rockstar hasn’t commented—but if leaks continue, expect:
- Petitions demanding Scott’s removal
- Pre-order cancellations
- Debates about separating art from artist
As one fan summarized: “I’ll wait for PC mods to delete him.”