Fact Check: Rick Ross Did Not Gift Lil Wayne a BMW i7 — Viral Story Appears Fabricated

The sensational “exclusive” circulating on social media—claiming Rick Ross shocked fans by gifting Lil Wayne a brand-new BMW i7 as a gesture of friendship, with the twist that Wayne allegedly lacks a driver’s license—has no basis in reality. As of January 5, 2026, there are no credible reports, photos, videos, or statements from either artist confirming such a gift.

The story seems to originate from a single Facebook post on a low-engagement page (with a generic ID like 61562307592183), typical of engagement-farming content designed to go viral through shares and reactions. Similar fabricated tales—often involving luxury cars, celebrity beefs, or ironic twists—frequently spread on platforms like Facebook and Instagram before being debunked.

Rick Ross and Lil Wayne share a long history: Collaborations on tracks like “John” (2011), joint appearances, and mutual respect dating back to Cash Money/Maybach Music eras. Ross is known for extravagant gifts (often to himself, like custom Maybachs or recreated classics from his videos), but nothing ties to a 2026 BMW i7 for Wayne. The BMW i7 is a real luxury electric sedan (starting around $120,000+ for latest models), but no dealership sightings or insider leaks support this.

The “twist” about Lil Wayne not having a driver’s license? It’s an old, unfounded rumor with zero evidence. Wayne, 43, has been spotted driving various vehicles over the years, owns an extensive car collection (including Bugattis and custom rides), and there’s no public record or confirmation of him lacking a license. Past legal issues (like a 2008 drug bust or weapon charges) involved suspensions in some contexts, but nothing current or permanent.

Why the buzz? Hip-hop loves opulent stories—Ross’ car obsession (over 100 vehicles, annual car shows) and Wayne’s recent flexes (rumored supercar purchases) make it plausible at first glance. But without posts from @RickRoss, @LilTunechi, or verified outlets (TMZ, Complex, Billboard), it’s pure fiction.

Real recent collabs? Wayne and Ross have teased joint projects sporadically, but focus lately has been on solo ventures—Wayne’s ongoing legacy tours and Ross’ business empire (Wingstop, Belaire Rosé).

Bottom line: Jaw-dropping gesture? More like clickbait. If it happens for real, it’ll break the internet officially. Until then, enjoy the memes—but don’t believe the hype.