Prior to the harrowing Astroworld tragedy that unfolded at Houston’s NRG Park, Travis Scott’s career had been ensnared in a whirlwind of controversies and legal entanglements concerning the safety measures at his concerts, often marked by his encouragement for fans to surge towards the stage.
Jacques Webster, a 30-year-old Houston native, has reportedly faced convictions on two occasions for disorderly conduct during previous performances. In 2015, he was alleged to have incited fans to breach security barricades and storm the stage at Chicago’s Lollapalooza festival. Then, in 2017, during a tour stop at the Walmart Arkansas Music Pavilion, a crowd surge led to severe injuries sustained by both a police officer and a security guard.
However, these episodes served as mere preludes to the calamity that transpired on November 5th during the Astroworld festival—a project Scott launched in 2018 following the success of his chart-topping album “Astroworld.” A crowd surge amidst his sold-out performance left hundreds injured and tragically claimed ten lives. A particularly heart-wrenching case was that of Ezra Blount, a 9-year-old boy who fell into a medically induced coma before his passing on November 14th.
In the aftermath of overwhelming civil lawsuits directed at Scott and concert promoter LiveNation, coupled with the looming potential of criminal charges, the “Sicko Mode” artist is believed to be retreating in his Houston residence, located fewer than four miles away from the fateful Astroworld festival site. The mansion is guarded with utmost vigilance by a team of at least five security personnel, and there have been recent sightings of Scott’s pregnant fiancée, Kylie Jenner, within its confines.
Reportedly procured discreetly in 2019, the contemporary dwelling is currently listed for sale at $14.5 million, an asking price that aligns with the frugal disposition often associated with Texas real estate.
Nestled on a sprawling 1.5-acre gated property in Houston’s Museum District, the abode was erected in 2005 by architect Christopher Robertson, as a tribute to his philanthropic parents, James and Carolyn Robertson. The dwelling’s design incorporates walls of glass, framing panoramic vistas of Hermann Park, Mecom Fountain, and the Museum of Fine Arts.
Encompassing 12,000 square feet, the main residence boasts three bedrooms and 8.5 bathrooms, characterized by an interplay of limestone, black steel, and glass. The estate also comprises two pools, an outdoor entertainment pavilion, and a guesthouse.
This architectural masterpiece welcomes visitors through a 600-pound pivoting front door, leading to voluminous spaces adorned with Italian marble flooring, Venetian plaster walls, and gracefully arched glass windows. Particularly striking is the double-height living area, accentuated by a mezzanine, a gracefully curved mahogany floor, and ceiling.
Additional highlights of the residence include a mahogany-paneled executive office featuring built-in bookcases, a cozy sitting area with an adjacent washroom, and sliding doors leading to an enclosed patio. The gourmet kitchen is equipped with lacquered bespoke cabinetry, high-end Thermador appliances, and a mahogany breakfast bar.
The master suite comprises a coffee bar, mahogany-lined closets, and an opulent spa-like shower accessed via a corridor adorned with a refined aesthetic. The third floor accommodates a gym and rooftop patio, while the second floor hosts additional bedroom suites.
The outdoor oasis includes a pool replete with a Baja shelf, harmoniously integrated into a lush garden landscape complete with cascades. An inviting pavilion houses a sizeable television, a comfortable seating area, a summer kitchen, an al fresco dining space, and a cozy fireplace.
Should Travis Scott choose to vacate Houston, his $23.5 million Brentwood property, purchased in the recent summer, would likely serve as his refuge. In an adjacent move earlier in the year, he acquired a neighboring property for $5.8 million.
In recent years, Travis Scott has undoubtedly ascended in the realm of music, marked by nine of his 73 Billboard Hot 100 songs since 2016 soaring into the top 10, with four reaching the coveted No. 1 position. His earnings have burgeoned through lucrative collaborations, including a $20 million deal with McDonald’s in the previous year, contributing to his 2020 earnings of $39.5 million. Furthermore, Forbes reported a total earning of $53.5 million from his 2019 global Astroworld tour, excluding revenue generated from his Cactus Jack merchandise.
With a career characterized by artistic prowess and commercial success, Travis Scott is navigating a complex journey in the aftermath of the Astroworld catastrophe, seeking respite and restoration through a $14 million healing process.