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A physical altercation erupted during a livestream hosted by former UFC fighter Quinton “Rampage” Jackson, resulting in powerlifter Larry Wheels slapping boxer Deen the Great. The incident, which quickly went viral, stemmed from what many viewers perceived as disrespectful behavior by Deen the Great towards Wheels’ wife, Sheyla Wheels. The confrontation highlights the increasingly common phenomenon of real-life consequences playing out in the digital space, often referred to as the “FAFO” – “fuck around and uncover out” – trend.
The incident unfolded during what began as a casual double-date livestream on Kick, a live streaming platform. According to numerous accounts from viewers, Nurideen Shahid Shabazz, known professionally as Deen the Great, approached Larry and Sheyla Wheels and began to flirt with Sheyla, despite Larry’s presence. Reports indicate Shabazz appeared intoxicated and disregarded repeated warnings from both viewers and Jackson to cease his advances. The situation escalated when Shabazz continued to push boundaries, ultimately leading to Wheels’ physical response.
Escalation on Livestream
Witnesses on the livestream reported that Shabazz directly asked Sheyla Wheels for a hug even as her husband stood nearby. Larry Wheels immediately intervened, making it clear that Shabazz’s behavior was unwelcome and boundaries needed to be respected. Quinton “Rampage” Jackson also attempted to de-escalate the situation, verbally warning Shabazz against disrespecting Wheels and even jokingly offering a hug to Sheyla himself before apologizing in an effort to diffuse the tension. However, Shabazz persisted in his argumentative behavior.
Shabazz reportedly complained that Wheels had “spun him around” and accused him of a lack of respect. He further claimed Sheyla Wheels was “fair game,” exacerbating the already tense situation. As he moved closer to Sheyla again, attempting to make contact, Larry Wheels reacted by striking Shabazz across the face, pushing him out of the camera’s view. Following the slap, Wheels stated he had been waiting for the moment, while Jackson reportedly laughed and told Shabazz to leave the stream.
Previous Controversies
This is not the first time Deen the Great has faced controversy. In December, prior to his boxing match against Amado Vargas, Shabazz made disparaging remarks about Vargas’ mother during a press event, telling her to stay out of the situation and suggesting she return to the kitchen. Times of India reported that these comments drew significant backlash. Vargas subsequently defeated Shabazz by unanimous decision, marking his first professional loss and he has not fought since.
The incident with Larry Wheels has quickly spread across social media platforms, sparking debate about appropriate behavior and the consequences of actions in the digital age. The livestream confrontation serves as a stark example of how quickly situations can escalate when boundaries are crossed, even in a seemingly casual online setting.
The long-term ramifications of this incident for both Larry Wheels and Deen the Great remain to be seen. We see unclear if any legal action will be taken, but the event has undoubtedly impacted their public images. Further developments are expected as the story continues to unfold and more information becomes available.
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