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Dana Truppiana Mob Times

Dana Truppiana Mob Times

By: Dana Truppiana
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Your source for history’s most infamous gangster’s life stories.Copyright 2022 All rights reserved. Social Sciences True Crime World
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  • Are Tupac and Biggie still alive? Did Diddy do them both?
    Aug 27 2025

    Are Tupac and Biggie still alive? Did Diddy do them both?

    Previous episodes in the series:

    Tupac Shakur – The untold story behind Tupac Amaru Shakur – Part 1

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zzrNB8BFf3E

    Tupac Shakur – Part 2 - The untold story behind Tupac Amaru Shakur

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0aKr3pHqkr0

    Biggie Smalls: Rise to Fame Before 'Ready to Die' | Childhood, Friends, & Early Struggles-Biggie, P1

    https://youtu.be/KGTpcOj59Yw

    The Notorious B.I.G.: From Rise to Tragic Fall and Lasting Legacy - Part 2

    https://youtu.be/17tP-eAsDi4

    Tupac and Biggie - Was it Suge that did the deed!?

    https://youtu.be/9Ls0xg4Wu5Q

    Six months after Tupac Shakur’s death, the Notorious B.I.G. was killed in Los Angeles. For many years his death was a mystery. According to retired FBI agent Phil Carson, there is not just one assailant, but a cover up. “All the evidence points to Amir Muhammad. He’s the one who pulled the trigger,” Carson told The New York Post in 2021. “There were plenty of others who helped orchestrate it [and] allowed him to pull the trigger.” Carson alleges Smalls’ death was “the biggest miscarriage of justice in my 20-year career at the FBI.” “I had evidence that LAPD officers were involved, and I was shut down by the LAPD and city attorneys inside Los Angeles,” said Carson, who worked with film producer Don Sikorski to produce the movie City of Lies, which profiles Biggie’s death. “Amir Muhammad, a.k.a. Harry Billups, the godparent to LAPD Officer David Mack’s two children, has been identified by several sources as the trigger man,” the formal FBI request written by Carson, acquired by The New York Post, read. “Mack is a registered owner of a 1995 Black SS Impala with chrome wheels, the exact description given as being driven by Wallace’s shooter.”

    ⏳𝐕𝐈𝐃𝐄𝐎 𝐂𝐇𝐀𝐏𝐓𝐄𝐑𝐒 ⏳

    00:00 – Intro

    01:30 – The investigation stemming from Voletta’s lawsuit

    15:07 – The Rampart Investigation

    25:30 – Diddy did it

    31:27 – They’re actually still alive, living somewhere else

    🍁 𝐀𝐁𝐎𝐔𝐓 𝐃𝐚𝐧𝐚 𝐓𝐫𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐢𝐚𝐧𝐚 🍁

    🔔 For collaboration or promotion opportunities:

    Email: danatruppianamobtimes@gmail.com

    https://linktr.ee/danatruppiana

    Your source for the life and history of infamous gangsters ... and some other stuff, too. Your go-to resource for information on famous gangsters' lives and histories, as well as other things.

    🎥𝐃𝐚𝐧𝐚 𝐓𝐫𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐢𝐚𝐧𝐚'𝐬 𝐎𝐓𝐇𝐄𝐑 𝐕𝐈𝐃𝐄𝐎𝐒🎥

    A full breakdown of the Tren De Aragua and a question for NY Government

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qRt4AC4b558

    Omar Portee became an informant BEFORE building a criminal empire!

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YuJdTc-aIfs

    The most famous Hero-Gone-Wrong to ever hit American tabloids! OJ Simpson Part 1

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QgyQEr3U3-4

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    56 mins
  • Tupac and Biggie - Was it Suge that did the deed!?
    Aug 20 2025

    Tupac and Biggie - Was it Suge that did the deed!?

    Previous episodes in the series:

    Tupac Shakur – The untold story behind Tupac Amaru Shakur – Part 1

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zzrNB8BFf3E

    Tupac Shakur – Part 2 - The untold story behind Tupac Amaru Shakur

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0aKr3pHqkr0

    Biggie Smalls: Rise to Fame Before 'Ready to Die' | Childhood, Friends, & Early Struggles-Biggie, P1

    https://youtu.be/KGTpcOj59Yw

    The Notorious B.I.G.: From Rise to Tragic Fall and Lasting Legacy - Part 2

    https://youtu.be/17tP-eAsDi4

    View FBI Documents here:

    https://vault.fbi.gov/Christopher%20%28Biggie%20Smalls%29%20Wallace%20

    Six months after Tupac Shakur’s death, the Notorious B.I.G. was killed in Los Angeles. For many years his death was a mystery. According to retired FBI agent Phil Carson, there is not just one assailant, but a cover up. “All the evidence points to Amir Muhammad. He’s the one who pulled the trigger,” Carson told The New York Post in 2021. “There were plenty of others who helped orchestrate it [and] allowed him to pull the trigger.” Carson alleges Smalls’ death was “the biggest miscarriage of justice in my 20-year career at the FBI.” “I had evidence that LAPD officers were involved, and I was shut down by the LAPD and city attorneys inside Los Angeles,” said Carson, who worked with film producer Don Sikorski to produce the movie City of Lies, which profiles Biggie’s death. “Amir Muhammad, a.k.a. Harry Billups, the godparent to LAPD Officer David Mack’s two children, has been identified by several sources as the trigger man,” the formal FBI request written by Carson, acquired by The New York Post, read. “Mack is a registered owner of a 1995 Black SS Impala with chrome wheels, the exact description given as being driven by Wallace’s shooter.”

    Chapters: 00:00 – Intro, Lucas introduction & Birth Story

    08:42 – This video’s breakdown

    10:01 – Orlando Anderson

    12:17 – Theory: Suge Knight

    13:07 - Nick Broomfield Documentary

    33:25 – FBI Documents

    🍁 𝐀𝐁𝐎𝐔𝐓 𝐃𝐚𝐧𝐚 𝐓𝐫𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐢𝐚𝐧𝐚 🍁

    🔔 For collaboration or promotion opportunities:

    Email: danatruppianamobtimes@gmail.com

    https://linktr.ee/danatruppiana

    Your source for the life and history of infamous gangsters ... and some other stuff, too. Your go-to resource for information on famous gangsters' lives and histories, as well as other things.

    🎥𝐃𝐚𝐧𝐚 𝐓𝐫𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐢𝐚𝐧𝐚'𝐬 𝐎𝐓𝐇𝐄𝐑 𝐕𝐈𝐃𝐄𝐎𝐒🎥

    A full breakdown of the Tren De Aragua and a question for NY Government

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qRt4AC4b558

    Omar Portee became an informant BEFORE building a criminal empire!

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YuJdTc-aIfs

    The most famous Hero-Gone-Wrong to ever hit American tabloids! OJ Simpson Part 1

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QgyQEr3U3-4

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    46 mins
  • The Notorious B.I.G.: From Rise to Tragic Fall and Lasting Legacy - Part 2
    Aug 13 2025

    Previous episodes in the series:

    Tupac Shakur – The untold story behind Tupac Amaru Shakur – Part 1

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zzrNB8BFf3E

    Tupac Shakur – Part 2 - The untold story behind Tupac Amaru Shakur

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0aKr3pHqkr0

    Biggie Smalls: Rise to Fame Before 'Ready to Die' | Childhood, Friends, & Early Struggles-Biggie, P1

    https://youtu.be/KGTpcOj59Yw

    The Notorious B.I.G., born Christopher Wallace and also known as Biggie Smalls, was a seminal figure in hip-hop. After the release of his debut album, "Ready to Die," in 1994, Biggie's life and career experienced significant changes. "Ready to Die" was a massive success, both critically and commercially. It established Biggie as a central figure in the East Coast hip-hop scene. The album’s singles, including "Juicy," "Big Poppa," and "One More Chance," became defining tracks of the era. In 1995, Biggie formed the group Junior M.A.F.I.A., which included friends and fellow rappers from his Brooklyn neighborhood. Their debut album, "Conspiracy," was released the same year, featuring hits like "Get Money" and "Player's Anthem." Biggie's rise coincided with the intensifying East Coast-West Coast hip-hop rivalry. His former friend Tupac Shakur became his notable rival, exacerbated by media and personal conflicts. Biggie worked on his second album, "Life After Death," which showcased his growth as an artist. Scheduled for release in March 1997, it featured hits like "Hypnotize" and "Mo Money Mo Problems." On March 9, 1997, Biggie was tragically killed in a drive-by shooting in Los Angeles. His murder remains unsolved, adding to the mystique and tragedy surrounding his life and career. His death occurred just weeks before the release of "Life After Death." "Life After Death" debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 and was certified Diamond, solidifying Biggie's status in music history. Posthumous releases, including "Born Again" (1999) and "Duets: The Final Chapter" (2005), continued to celebrate his artistry. Biggie's storytelling ability, lyrical prowess, and unique flow left an indelible mark on hip-hop. He influenced countless artists and is often cited as one of the greatest rappers of all time. His life and death have been the subject of numerous documentaries, films, and books, contributing to his enduring legacy. His persona and music continue to resonate with fans worldwide. Biggie has been inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame (2020) and continues to be celebrated through tributes and acknowledgments in popular culture. Biggie Smalls' short but impactful career left a lasting legacy that continues to influence the music industry and popular culture to this day.

    ⏳𝐕𝐈𝐃𝐄𝐎 𝐂𝐇𝐀𝐏𝐓𝐄𝐑𝐒 ⏳

    00:00 – Intro

    04:36 – Baby shower recap

    06:14 – Recap Part 1 Biggie Smalls

    12:01 – Ready to Die

    24:12 – Faith Evans

    28:28 – Other collaborations

    31:26 – Biggie and Tupac

    49:18 – Biggie makes “Life After Death”

    54:55 – “Life After Death” is wrapped up, the crew heads for California

    01:02:28 – The party at the Peterson Automotive Museum

    🍁 𝐀𝐁𝐎𝐔𝐓 𝐃𝐚𝐧𝐚 𝐓𝐫𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐢𝐚𝐧𝐚 🍁

    🔔 For collaboration or promotion opportunities:

    Email: danatruppianamobtimes@gmail.com

    https://linktr.ee/danatruppiana

    Your source for the life and history of infamous gangsters ... and some other stuff, too. Your go-to resource for information on famous gangsters' lives and histories, as well as other things.

    🎥𝐃𝐚𝐧𝐚 𝐓𝐫𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐢𝐚𝐧𝐚'𝐬 𝐎𝐓𝐇𝐄𝐑 𝐕𝐈𝐃𝐄𝐎𝐒🎥

    A full breakdown of the Tren De Aragua and a question for NY Government

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qRt4AC4b558

    Omar Portee became an informant BEFORE building a criminal empire!

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YuJdTc-aIfs

    The most famous Hero-Gone-Wrong to ever hit American tabloids! OJ Simpson Part 1

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QgyQEr3U3-4

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    1 hr and 11 mins
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