"Hearing the nurse explain the autopsy and how many times they were shot, what each bullet did to the body. When police officers arrived at the scene, they found brothers Ryan Rudy Johnson, 24, and Joshua Johnson, 31, dead from gunshot wounds inside the vehicle. I knew he wasnt really meaning that, but I at least thought that hed still put family first., Despite their differences, Wayne and Toya have remained supportive of one anothers careers. He faced a mandatory life term, Nolareported. However, Toya wasn't completely happy with the verdict because Tweezy would still get to talk to his kids and mother. Police only confirmed that two men were shot and killed, but reports suggest that Rudy and Josh were the victims and that Wright learned about it while she was performing in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Jul 31, 2016 at 4:44 pm. So we were together, but that didnt stop him from doing what he had to do and I wasnt happy with that. He was saying hes a changed man and hes giving the game up. I guess they didnt want to tell me what was really going on, she said at the time. #NOPDAlert. Toya Wrights brothers, Rudy and Josh Johnson, were reportedly killed in New Orleans overnight. All this time, she has shown immense strength and it was finally time for justice. A warrant also stated several witnesses identified Edwards from a line up as the man with those nicknames. They began dating soon after, and she became pregnant with their daughter at age 14. } }); }); And even though they won't be able to see or talk or hug their loved ones again, at least they'll sleep in peace knowing that justice had been served. According to Fameolous, Wright learned of her brothers deaths while on stage and stormed off. Wright was performing in Baton Rouge, with her most recent Instagram posts showing her on the way to the venue. Him and Nivea split up and six months later me and him were married. Toya Wright Would Have ga('create', 'UA-67136960-15', 'auto', 'ads'); The Toronto rapper was supposed to be sentenced in February. Police in New Orleans are investigating a fatal shooting that killed the brothers of reality TV star Toya Wright. this little one is about to be crawling everywhere., Lil Waynes Children: 5 Fast Facts You Need to Know, Toya Wright, Lil Waynes Ex-Wife: 5 Fast Facts You Need to Know, Please review our privacy policy here: https://heavy.com/privacy-policy/, Copyright 2023 Heavy, Inc. All rights reserved. MEAWW is an initialism for Media Entertainment Arts WorldWide. At least he's off the streets, can't harm anybody else. Beyond her television career, Toya has also published two books. The effort is part of a nonprofit created by the former president and his wife to encourage civic participation. "The music was loud and I'm [thinking], this can't be real." Check out never-before-seen content, exclusive sweepstakes, and much more! But while the warrant links Edwards to the shooting resulting in two men's deaths and mentions no other suspects, his arrest is only for one count of second-degree murder. We're told Weezy was completely devastated over the death of his ex's brothers, and wanted to get to Toya and their daughter as soon as he could to pay his respects. The man who was convicted of killing Toya Wright s brothers will serve life behind bars, Nola.com reports. I understand sleepless nights,but the best thing is the sun comes up in the morning?? Please know that God has a purpose on ur life. Video related to toya wright, lil waynes ex-wife: 5 fast facts you need to know, Toya Wright: Lil Wayne's Groupies Used To Vandalize My Car, vladtv.com Toya Wright sat down for an exclusive interview with VladTV, and opened up about her relationship with Lil Wayne. Happy to see my friend smile, even if it's just for a moment," she added. Toya Wright Interview at The Breakfast Club Power 105.1 (02/22/2016), Toya Wright chats about her new book "How To Lose A Husband", her beef with K. Michelle, being separated from her husband and much more. hitType: 'event', window.googletag.pubads().addEventListener('impressionViewable', function(event) { Back in June, she confirmed their plans to divorce. It hits so close to home.. 8:41pm PDT, The get-together must have helped Toya, who noted, "I was having a rough day and my girls made me smile.Love u ladies so much. A post shared by Antonia Wright (@toyawright) on Aug 1, 2016 at 4:01am PDT. Antoine Tweazy Edwards was accused of killing Ryan Toya has been very vocal about her grief since her brothers passing. Rudy and Josh both appeared on A Family Affair with Wright in 2011. Bravo Insider is your VIP pass to never-before-seen content, exclusive giveaways, and so much more. document.querySelector("#ads").addEventListener('click',function(){ "Help me Lord," she wrote. Allegedly Raced UGA Assistant Before Fatal Crash, 2023 EHM PRODUCTIONS,INC. ga('ads.send', { All Rights Reserved. eventCategory: event.slot.getSlotElementId(), Wright is best known as the star of the BET shows Tiny and Toya and Toya: A Family Affair. Monica showed her support for the Untying the Knot alum on Instagram, where she also shared photos from the gathering. Send me email updates and offers from TMZ and its Affiliates. Initial reports show two male victims shot. During the conversation Toya shares stories about the, He was saying hes a changed man and hes giving the game up. The National Read Across America Day takes place every year on March 2, Geisels birthday. eventAction: 'click_image_ads' Toya was joined by The Real Housewives of Atlanta'sKandi Burruss and their pals, including Monica, Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta's Rasheeda Buckner-Frost, and Tameka "Tiny" Harris, in the wake of the news that her siblings, Ryan "Rudy" Johnson and Joshua Johnson were found dead earlier this month. if(document.querySelector("#ads")){ Edwards bond was set at $500,000 and hes due back in court May 7. Powered by. Edwards criminal defense attorney worked to discredit the witnesses, claiming they were paid to testify or drug-addicted liars. Toya began dating Robert Red Rushing last year. Police didnt release information about a motive or suspects in connection with the shooting. When things are going wrong with him, Im always there because before anything Im his friend and Ive been in his life since we were like 13 years old.. Eventually, People reports, "she spoke to her sister-in-law again, who told Wright that her brothers were still inside the car, the crime scene was cordoned off and no one was allowed near the vehicle." I wanted to start my new year off right because I was going to Atlanta and I was hearing all of these things hes with this one, hes with that one, she said. July 31, 2016 12:01pm Toya Wright s two brothers, Josh and Rudy Johnson, were shot to death in New Orleans early Sunday (July 31). As far as the baby, Reginae, you know I keep her over here when were working.I know shes going to miss her daddy but Im going to try keep her busy, to keep her going and uplifted. In 2011, Toya starred on a lone season of the reality seriesToya: A Family Affair. Toya has been very vocal about her grief since her brothers passing. The couple divorced five years later, and according to Dreshare, Memphitz was angered that Toya kept his last name. Rudy's last photo posted to the app shows him sitting on the hood of a car, praying. New Orleans police arrestedAntoine Edwards on second degree murder charges on March 13, 2017. Celebrating Women's History Month BET Announces The 2023 'BET HER Awards' Dinner. Toya Wright says she's relieved that cops finally have a suspect in custody for the shooting deaths of her 2 brothers. }); A post shared by colormenae (@colormenae) on Sep 9, 2018 at 5:33pm PDT, [We dated] on and off, Toya said. }); Photo Credit: Prince Williams/Getty. One key witness said she even heard Edwards confess to the crime. Thats why you cant believe everything you hear. Toya Wright opens up to The Real ladies about the heartbreaking moment she fought out about the tragic death of her two brothers. R eality star Toya Wright is still mourning the loss of her brothers Rudy and Josh Johnson after their murder this weekend in New Orleans. @lenahuggs @luvmuse @deecardriche, A photo posted by Monica Brown (@monicabrown) on Aug 7, 2016 at Buyer of Indiana goes on trial over, A record high for Wednesday; cooler air gusty winds, Lilly cuts insulin costs 70%, savings pass to consumers, More than 2,700 summer jobs available in Indianapolis, Heritage Environmental responds to violations from, Nurse arrested for child exploitation material, No. 12 Partner. Family members later confirmed that the victims were Wrights brothers to NOLA.com. Their bodies were discovered in a car with with multiple gun wounds near where they lived in the seventh ward of New Orleans, according to local reports. if(document.querySelector("#adunit")){ Help me Lord I will never understand this. According to Nola.com, multiple tipsters told DetectiveTheo Kent a man nicknamed Toine or Tweezy was responsible for the killings. No way would I be ready for my brothers trial #FamilyHustle," another tweeted. October 3, 2019. That's the most in a month since July 2012. This site is protected by reCAPTCHA Enterprise and the Google, Chle Announces Solo In Pieces Tour Ahead Of DebutAlbum, Key Witness In Amber Guyger Murder Trial Found Shot To Death InDallas, The Amber Guygers Of The World Dont Deserve BlackForgiveness, Amber Guyger Receives 10 Year Sentence For MurderConviction. The comments on the posts are now filled with fans sending their condolences. Getty Theyd been shot multiple times, according to New Orleans police. ", Toya and her estranged husband, Mickey,appeared on. let gads_event; eventAction: 'click_adunit' I pray for u and your whole family. Rudy and Josh Johnson, the brothers of reality TV star Toya Wright, were reportedly killed in New Orleans early Sunday morning. Toya later posted a tribute to her late brothers, calling them her "angels." this little one is about to be crawling everywhere. Three years Toya Wright received the tragic news that her brothers Joshua Johnson (31) and Ryan Johnson (24) were shot and killed in New Orleans. See I guess I really never knew, how proud I made you. Wayne and Toya first met when they were kids, and their relationship has lasted well into both of their careers. 2023 BET Interactive, LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Black Entertainment Television LLC. "It was the worst news ever," she says. }) Heres what we know so far about the shooting and Wrights brothers. #stoptheviolence #ineverfeltpainlikethisbefore #riptomybrothers #icantbelievethis #prayformyfamily , A post shared by Antonia Toya Johnson (@toyajohnson) on Jul 31, 2016 at 9:57am PDT. She was initially told just one of her brothers were shot, and that was it. eventAction: 'render' We thank everyone for their prayers and support., A post shared by Antonia Wright (@toyawright) on Aug 29, 2018 at 3:33pm PDT. [I] hope this is not true but if so i heart and prayers goes out to you and your [family], one person wrote. In one screenshot, she wrote:Mood because we will be expecting a little Reign really soon and I cant wait., Recently, Toya posted a video of Reign crawling on the floor with the caption: Its time to child proof my house. hitType: 'event', According to the New Orleans Police Department, who are currently investigating the double homicide, the incident occurred at the intersection of Pauger and North Miro streets around 12:08 a.m. Officers responded to a 911 call and upon arrival, they discovered two male victims unresponsive inside of a vehicle. Wayne and I were dating since middle school, she revealed. Toya Wright at a film premiere. At this time, no clear motive has been identified as to why 31-year-old Edwards killed Ryan Johnson, 24 and Joshua Johnson, 31. "I guess they didn't want to tell me what was really going on," she says. The brothers were found by NOPD shot to death just after midnight on July 31, 2016. According to TMZ, the force was able to narrow the suspects down to Edwards after several tipsters mentioned that a man named Toine or Tweezy was responsible. Its crazy how it goes. She immediately drove to New Orleans to be close to her family. It was the worst news ever, she said. Toya Wright 's brothers, Ryan "Rudy" Johnson and Joshua Johnson, were laid to rest last week after being killed by gunfire in New Orleans, and now the obituaries Ill always have his back, Ill always go to bat [for him] because Im like a real loyal person thats just who I am and the way I was raised. ga('ads.send', { Looks like the famed talk show host is not done spilling tea just yet. if(document.querySelector("#google_image_div")){ He's been in NOLA since Sunday and just left Thursday. Wayne is the type who likes to have his cake and eat it, too, she said. The man, in at least one instance, admitted the shooting to others, the affidavit said. I just received word of ur loss. When she said that, I just knew. Wright said. #myrudeboy #icantbelievethisisreal #RipRudy #stoptheviolence ?? Toya Wright is starting to heal after the untimely death of her brothers Rudy and Josh Johnson, who were killed in a shootout in New Orleans a couple of weeks ago. 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