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Orioles Honor Tupac with Exclusive Bobblehead Giveaway

1/13/2026

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Summary

Story summary

The Baltimore Orioles will honor Tupac Shakur, the West Coast rapper, with a bobblehead at the May 8 game against the Oakland Athletics.
The first 15,000 fans will receive the bobblehead.
The bobblehead depicts Tupac Shakur wearing an Orioles jersey.
Tupac Shakur spent significant time in Baltimore and attended the Baltimore School for the Arts.
The promotional schedule launches January 14 and includes a Pete Alonso bobblehead on August 22.

History

Historical Context

Tupac Shakur moved to Baltimore in 1984, where he attended the Baltimore School for the Arts, honing his artistic talents and forming significant friendships, including with Jada Pinkett. His legacy endures, as evidenced by the Baltimore Orioles' tribute in 2023, reflecting his profound impact on the city's cultural landscape and the intersection of music and sports.

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Story summary

The Baltimore Orioles will honor Tupac Shakur, the West Coast rapper, with a bobblehead at the May 8 game against the Oakland Athletics.
The first 15,000 fans will receive the bobblehead.
The bobblehead depicts Tupac Shakur wearing an Orioles jersey.
Tupac Shakur spent significant time in Baltimore and attended the Baltimore School for the Arts.
The promotional schedule launches January 14 and includes a Pete Alonso bobblehead on August 22.

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