Theophilus London has been found after his family filed a missing persons report last week.
The rapper/designer’s cousin, Mikhail Noel, announced in an Instagram post on Wednesday (January 4) that London has been located and is “safe and well.”
AD LOADING...
“We have found Theo,” read his post, which featured a photo of the 35-year-old artist. “He is safe and well, at this time the family would love prayers and privacy. Thank you all!!!”
In his caption, Noel added: “Truly appreciate everyone’s support in finding my cousin. It’s refreshing and rewarding to have such a strong support system of family and friends!!! God bless each and everyone of you all.”
London’s frequent collaborator, producer Machine Drum, also shared the news on Twitter, writing: “He’s been found and is safe with family.”
Theophilus London was reported missing shortly after Christmas. Some of his relatives traveled to Los Angeles and filed a missing persons report with the LAPD on December 27, before issuing a press release asking for help locating his whereabouts the following day.
In the release, they noted that the last time someone had heard from him was nearly six months ago in July 2022. The LAPD added in a statement that he was “last seen in the ‘Skid Row’ area of Los Angeles.”
AD LOADING...
“Over the last few weeks, friends and family of Theophilus London have been working together to piece together his whereabouts,” the press release read. “The last time someone spoke with him reportedly stretches back to July 2022 in Los Angeles.
“On December 27th, family members of Theophilus London traveled to Los Angeles to file a missing persons report with the LAPD. They are now seeking the public’s help with any information as to London’s whereabouts.”
It also contained a message from London’s father, Lary Moses London, that read: “Theo, your Dad loves you, son. We miss you. And all your friends and relatives are searching for you. Wherever you are send us some signal. No matter what we will come get you son.”
Born in Trinidad & Tobago before relocating to New York City, Theophilus London is best known for his musical and fashion collaborations with Kanye West, A$AP Rocky and the late Virgil Abloh.
AD LOADING...
He has released three albums — Timez Are Weird These Days, Vibes and Bebey — and was nominated for Best Rap Performance and Best Rap Song at the 2016 Grammy Awards for his appearance on Kanye’s “All Day.”
Theo has also worked with the likes of Travis Scott, Big Boi, Solange, Azealia Banks and Tame Impala.
