Young Scooter, born Kenneth Edward Rashaad Bailey on March 28, 1986, in Walterboro, South Carolina, was a notable figure in the Atlanta rap scene. He moved to Atlanta’s Kirkwood community, affectionately known as “Lil Mexico,” at the age of nine. In 2008, after facing narcotics-related charges, he turned to music, eventually becoming a key player in the hip-hop community.
Throughout his career, the multimillionaire Scooter was known for collaborations with artists like Future and Gucci Mane. His mixtape Street Lottery, released in 2012, gained significant attention, particularly for the track Colombia. His guest appearance on Future and Juice Wrld’s 2018 song Jet Lag marked his sole entry on the Billboard Hot 100.
Who Was Young Scooter’s Wife or Baby Mama?
Despite his public persona, details about Scooter’s personal life, especially regarding his romantic relationships, remained relatively private. According to available records, there is no public information confirming his marital status or identifying a specific “baby mama.” However, his social media activity provides some insights into his role as a father in the family.
Scooter had four kids: two daughters and two sons. His eldest son, Kenneth Bailey Jr., graduated from Phoenix High School on May 15, 2024. He celebrated this milestone by sharing a video on Instagram, expressing his pride and support with the caption: “Keep going kid I’m behind you.”
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His daughters were approximately 12 and 10 years old at the time of his passing. While specific details about them are limited, Scooter occasionally shared moments on social media. For instance, he posted a heartfelt birthday message to one of his daughters, referring to her as “one of the loves of my life, my heartbeat.” Needless to say, these glimpses into his personal life showcase his dedication to his kids, even as he maintained privacy regarding their identities.
Young Scooter’s Last Run: The Mysterious Circumstances Surrounding His Death
Scooter, born Kenneth Edward Bailey, tragically passed away on his 39th birthday, March 28, 2025, in a freak accident while attempting to evade police in Atlanta. Officers had responded to a 911 call reporting a dispute involving gunfire and a woman being forcibly taken back into a residence on William Nye Drive.
Upon arrival, they knocked on the door, which was briefly opened and then shut in their faces. Establishing a perimeter, officers observed two men fleeing from the back of the house. Scooter attempted to escape by jumping over two fences but sustained a severe leg injury in the process. He was found by officers, who rendered aid before transporting him to Grady Marcus Trauma Center, where he was later pronounced dead.
Authorities have confirmed that no gunshots were fired by police during the incident, and the injury was self-inflicted during the escape. An autopsy is pending to determine the exact cause of death.
Young Scooter — who worked with the likes of Future and Gucci Mane — passed away today on his birthday 💔
1886 – 2025
Rest in peace 🕊️ 🙏 pic.twitter.com/v8ENGagqGy
— RapTV (@Rap) March 29, 2025
Following the tragic passing of Young Scooter, his eldest son, Kenneth Bailey Jr., expressed profound grief and a commitment to support his siblings. He posted on Instagram: “Damn my best friend gone. Happy Birthday too I know exactly what to do fasho tho you know I got my sisters and brothers they overly good yo son a Hustla just like you.” In a subsequent message, he conveyed his emotional turmoil: “Broken into a million pieces ion wish dis pain on nobody.”
