Black YouTuber and Wife Shot During Vegas Livestream—Suspect Later Surrenders

In a shocking incident on the Las Vegas Strip, an online vendetta between two YouTube personalities culminated in a tragic shooting. Authorities have identified the victims as Rodney Finley, 44, known as “Finny Da Legend,” and his wife, 43-year-old Tanisha Finley, nicknamed “Bubbly.” The fatal confrontation unfolded during a livestream near the Bellagio Resort on June 8, when 41-year-old Manuel Ruiz, alias “Sin City Manny,” allegedly fired upon the couple. Witness Marquise Wiley remarked on the absurdity of the situation, emphasizing their rivalry for YouTube supremacy. Eyewitness accounts detail that Ruiz drew a firearm during a heated exchange, leading to multiple gunshots, while Tanisha was heard warning Ruiz moments before the chaos. Following the shooting, Ruiz allegedly fled, discarding clothing before eventually surrendering in New York City. Facing two murder charges, he claimed self-defense, asserting he felt threatened. This harrowing event underscores the dangerous potential of online conflicts.