G. Dep
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Birth name | Trevell Gerald Coleman |
Also known as | Ghetto Deputy |
Born | November 19, 1974 |
Origin | Manhattan, New York City, U.S. |
Genres | Hip hop |
Occupation(s) | Rapper |
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Trevell Gerald Coleman
Early life
Trevell Coleman was born on November 19, 1974. He was raised by his grandmother in the James Weldon Johnson
Music career
His rap career started with the label Tape Kingz, releasing two 12" singles in 1996 and 1997. After meeting with
G. Dep was subsequently dropped from Bad Boy Records.
Personal life
Coleman stated in an interview that he has been convicted of robbery and served time in Rikers Island.[10] Coleman's criminal record includes arrests for drug offenses, burglary and grand larceny more than 25 times since 2003.[1]
After the release of Child of the Ghetto, Coleman had a long-time struggle with PCP addiction.[11] In 2008, Coleman told XXL about his substance abuse problems and rehabilitation.[12] At the time of his latest arrest Coleman was in Narcotics Anonymous' twelve-step program.[13]
Coleman married Laticia Evans Coleman in May 2017, and wed at Elmira Correctional Facility. Evans is a recording artist who performs under the stage names Hustle Bunny and RedBonePretty. The two met in 2016 over the phone during Coleman's incarceration and instantly bonded, both were previously married. Laticia comes to the marriage with five children.[14]
Murder case
On December 15, 2010, Coleman walked into the 25th Precinct to confess to a
On October 19, 1993, John Henkel was shot in the chest by a .40-caliber handgun outside of James Weldon Johnson Houses on Park Avenue and East 114th Street. Coleman stated that he ambushed and shot Henkel during an attempted robbery and fled the scene, throwing his weapon into the East River.[1] Coleman's information matched with the case and he was charged with murder. Coleman stated in an interview that he confessed because the case weighed on him and he was "just trying to get things right between himself and God."[15] Coleman claimed that he did not know that his victim had died.[6]
Sean Combs commented on G. Dep's situation on Sirius' Shade 45 radio show, saying Coleman did the "right thing" by confessing.[16]
Coleman pleaded not guilty to second-degree murder at his appearance in the New York Supreme Court on January 13, 2011. He was convicted of the second-degree murder charge on April 17, 2012, and was sentenced to 15-years to life in prison on May 8, 2012.[17] He was housed at Fishkill Correctional Facility in Beacon, NY. In December 2023, Coleman's sentence was commuted by Governor Kathy Hochul, making him eligible for parole. In April of 2024, he was released.[18]
Discography
- Child of the Ghetto(2001)
- Ghetto Legend (2010)[19]
- Influential (2024)
References
- ^ a b c d e Schram, Jamie (December 18, 2010). "Rapper confesses to murder from 17 years ago". New York Post. Retrieved December 26, 2010.
- ^ Graham, Brittany (November 20, 2008). "Still Relevant: G-Dep Returns". Hip Hop Lives. Retrieved December 26, 2010.
- ^ "Inmate Details - Trevell Coleman". New York City Department of Correction. Retrieved December 26, 2010.
- ^ a b Reid, Shaheem (November 13, 2001). "G. Dep Learning The Ropes From Diddy And His Bad Boy Family". MTV News. Retrieved December 26, 2010.
- ^ allmusic. Retrieved December 26, 2010.
- ^ a b Walker, Joe (December 19, 2010). "'Killer' hip-hopper who turned himself in didn't know victim died". New York Post. Retrieved December 26, 2010.
- ^ a b "Child of the Ghetto". Billboard. Retrieved January 21, 2011.
- ^ "G. Dep - Billboard Singles". Allmusic. Retrieved January 21, 2011.
- ^ Hova, Tray (January 19, 2011). "G. Dep's Wife Opens Up About Murder Case, Drug Abuse & Why He's Innocent Until Proven Guilty". part 1. Vibe. Retrieved January 21, 2011.
- ^ "G. Dep Interview". Champ Magazine. 2008. Retrieved December 26, 2010.
- ^ Hova, Tray (January 19, 2011). "G. Dep's Wife Opens Up About Murder Case, Drug Abuse & Why He's Innocent Until Proven Guilty". part 2. Vibe. Retrieved January 21, 2011.
- ^ Mancini, Elan (September 23, 2010). "G. Dep Opens Up About Drug Addiction". XXL. Retrieved December 26, 2010.
- ^ a b Grace, Melissa (December 21, 2010). "Harlem rapper Trevell Coleman aka G. Dep, who was signed by Diddy, fessed up to 17-year-old shooting". New York Daily News. Retrieved December 26, 2010.
- ^ https://behindtherhyme.com/2017/05/24/g-dep-marries-redbonepretty/
- ^ Concepcion, Mariel (January 14, 2011). "G-Dep Pleads Not Guilty In '93 Murder". Billboard. Archived from the original on April 22, 2022. Retrieved January 21, 2011.
- ^ Cantor, Paul (December 22, 2010). "Diddy Says G. Dep 'Did The Right Thing' In Confession". MTV News. Archived from the original on November 6, 2012. Retrieved December 26, 2010.
- New York Magazine. Retrieved 8 July 2022.
- The Associated Press. December 23, 2023. Retrieved 24 December 2023.
- ^ "G. Dep Preps Long-Awaited Sophomore Album". Theboombox.com. 21 September 2010. Retrieved 2020-04-05.