Petty Levels, born Mia Armaj Bennett, a 23-year-old rapper from Philadelphia, was found dead in Tampa, Florida. Police discovered her body near the airport, with no signs of foul play. The cause of death is still under investigation.
Bennett gained fame in high school by posting dance and travel videos on social media, later transitioning to rap in 2018. She collaborated with Latto on Fredo Bang’s song “Freak” and released her own tracks like “Ain’t It” and “Malibu.”
Her family asked fans not to speculate about her death, expressing their devastation. Bennett had hoped to move from Instagram fame to mainstream music, envisioning her name on billboards and radio. Tributes continue to pour in from her followers and the music community.