Hellstar Released 2Pac Collaboration Collection Online
The Los Angeles fashion label has launched a 21-piece capsule featuring exclusive new designs.
Updated on Oct. 12, 2026 in Hip-Hop and Rap
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Los Angeles brand Hellstar has released a new collaboration collection honoring the life and legacy of 2Pac Shakur. The 21-piece line debuted at ComplexCon Los Angeles and is now available for purchase online via Complex.
Why it matters
This collaboration arrives as fans prepare to celebrate the 30th anniversary of 2Pac Shakur's Makaveli album this November. The effort marks a significant partnership between the fashion label, Interscope Records, and the 2Pac Shakur Estate.
The collection features 21 pieces total, with two new designs added for the online launch that were not available at the convention. The release follows the 30th anniversary of the Makaveli album.
The players
Hellstar
A Los Angeles-based fashion label established in 2020 by Seanie Holland and Juice Pendleton.
2Pac Shakur
A legendary rapper and cultural icon whose life and musical legacy are honored by this new fashion collaboration.
Interscope Records
A major American record label that is partnering with Hellstar to manage the use of the late artist's likeness.
2Pac Shakur Estate
The legal entity responsible for managing the intellectual property and legacy of the late rapper.
The details
Developed in partnership with Interscope Records and the 2Pac Shakur Estate, the line includes pieces like the Pride of the Panther Crewneck and the Studio Notes T-Shirt. Campaign photography for the collection was shot at the Heritage United Methodist Church in Los Angeles.
Timeline
Hellstar was co-founded by Seanie Holland and Juice Pendleton in 2020.
A teaser for the collaboration appeared on 2Pac's official Instagram on September 26, 2026.
The collection made its public debut at ComplexCon Los Angeles in October 2026.
The full collection dropped online on Complex on October 12, 2026.
The 30th anniversary of the Makaveli album release occurs in November 2026.
Industry Dynamics
This collaboration follows a trend of streetwear brands aligning with the estates of iconic artists to reach modern audiences. The release timing intentionally coincides with the 30th anniversary of The Don Killuminati: The 7 Day Theory album, demonstrating the ongoing commercial power of legacy music catalogs in fashion.
Fans can now purchase the expanded 21-piece collection, including the two exclusive online-only designs, directly through the Complex website. Those who attended ComplexCon previously had access to the majority of these items before this broader digital release.
The takeaway
Legacy collaborations rely on connecting deep nostalgia for an artist's specific work with modern streetwear aesthetic preferences. Fans interested in these items should note that online-exclusive releases often carry higher demand due to their limited availability beyond convention floors.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Complex.
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