Supervillain: The Making of Tekashi 6ix9ine

About Supervillain: The Making of Tekashi 6ix9ine

"Supervillain: The Making of Tekashi 6ix9ine" is a compelling 2021 television docuseries that explores the life of one of the most controversial figures in contemporary music, Daniel Hernandez, popularly known as Tekashi 6ix9ine. The series delves into the rapper's explosive rise to fame, his infamous troll persona, gang affiliation, and eventual downfall involving blackmail, sex crimes, and federal racketeering charges.

Making / Production

The three-part series was produced by Imagine Entertainment, Rolling Stone and Lightbox and premiered on Showtime on February 21, 2021. Directed by Karam Gill, the show uses real footage, animation, and interviews with those who knew Tekashi intimately to detail his incredible journey.

Actors

• Daniel Hernandez as himself (Tekashi69): Through archive footage and recorded interviews, Daniel portrays himself in a frank and raw style.
• Various interviewees: The series features many interviews, from Hernandez's family and friends to the media, acquaintances and industry insiders, all providing unique perspectives on the controversial figure.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The series was adapted from the Rolling Stone feature "Tekashi 6ix9ine: The Rise and Fall of a Hip Hop Supervillain".
• Daniel Hernandez, aka Tekashi 6ix9ine, did not participate in the docuseries.
• The title "Supervillain" is a reference to Tekashi's own words describing his public persona.

Quotes

• "In this world, would you rather be loved or feared. And I'd rather be feared." – Tekashi 6ix9ine from a recorded clip used in the show.
• "I created this character 'Tekashi69' and you'll never know the true identity of Tekashi69." – Tekashi 6ix9ine

Music, Soundtrack

The series features many of Tekashi 6ix9ine's popular tracks including "FEFE", "GUMMO", and "TROLLZ". The high-energy rap songs stands as a critical element in the storytelling of Tekashi's rise in the world of hip-hop.