Travis Scott Endures Eight-Hour Deposition in Houston Over Astroworld Lawsuits

Travis Scott, the Houston rapper, spent more than eight hours Wednesday answering questions in a deposition related to hundreds of civil lawsuits stemming from the deadly 2021 Astroworld Festival. His testimony, conducted under a gag order, marks a critical step as plaintiffs seek accountability for the tragedy that left ten concertgoers dead and hundreds injured.

Deposition Focuses on Crowd Surge and Safety Procedures The intensive deposition delved into Scott’s role during the November 5, 2021, festival at NRG Park, where a catastrophic crowd surge erupted during his headline performance. Lawyers examined his actions onstage, crowd-management decisions, and communications with event organizers as legal teams build cases against him and promoter Live Nation.

Upcoming Motions and Trial Dates A Texas judge is set to hear Scott’s motion next week seeking dismissal from wrongful-death claims, arguing that performers lack responsibility for event security. Meanwhile, the first bellwether trial is scheduled for May 2026, with more than 1,500 lawsuits still pending.

• Scott’s attorney maintains he played no part in security planning and concluded his set responsibly to prevent further chaos.
• A spokesperson emphasized his cooperation with legal proceedings while continuing promotional activities for his Utopia tour and philanthropic work.

Broader Legal and Public Impact The Astroworld litigation has intensified scrutiny of concert safety standards nationwide, prompting venue operators and promoters to reexamine emergency protocols. Scott’s deposition, though legally standard, rekindles public debate over artist liability in large-scale live events.

What’s Next With settlements reached in a handful of cases, the bulk of lawsuits remains unresolved. Scott and Live Nation face mounting pressure to either negotiate further agreements or prepare for protracted courtroom battles that could reshape industry practices around performer and promoter responsibilities.