U.S. rapper Rich Homie Quan, known for his contributions to Atlanta’s vibrant hip-hop scene, has passed away, as confirmed by authorities on Thursday. The artist, whose legal name was Dequantes Devontay Lamar, was in his early 30s. The cause of death remains unknown, with an autopsy scheduled for Friday, according to the Fulton County Medical Examiner in Atlanta.
Rich Homie Quan has died at age 34. The Atlanta rapper died in his home, but his cause of death has not yet been confirmed. He was due to testify in the trial of his former bandmate Young Thug, who is accused of street gang activity. pic.twitter.com/NWjm6tiyqr
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Rich Homie Quan rose to fame in the mid-2010s, becoming a prominent figure in rap with hits like Type of Way in 2013 and Flex (Ooh, Ooh, Ooh) in 2015. His success earned him multiple nominations at the BET and BET Hip Hop Awards, including for Best New Artist and the People’s Champ Award. He collaborated with many prominent artists, including 2 Chainz, Young Thug, Gucci Mane, and Trinidad James, solidifying his place in the industry.
Born in October 1989, Rich Homie Quan was the oldest of three siblings, raised in a single-parent household in Atlanta. Before turning to music, he had aspirations of becoming a baseball player but shifted to rap after a 15-month jail sentence in 2011 for his involvement in burglaries. Upon his release, he focused on his music career, rapidly gaining traction and becoming a significant force in hip-hop.
On Thursday, Atlanta rapper Rich Homie Quan died at 33. The cause of death hasn’t been confirmed, but TMZ released the 911 call shortly after he was found unresponsive. https://t.co/lLvUhUuYWj
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Since the news of his death, tributes have poured in from across the rap world. Fellow artist Jacquees was one of the first to express his grief, sharing his love for the rapper on social media and calling him a “legend.” 2 Chainz posted a heartfelt tribute on Instagram, expressing his sadness over their unfinished plans and offering prayers to Quan’s family. Quavo also paid tribute, sharing a photo with Rich Homie Quan and writing, “May God be with us.” Engineer Alex Tumay, who worked with the artist over the years, called him a true artist and a kind soul, expressing his sorrow at the loss.
Rich Homie Quan’s death has left the rap community in shock, with many mourning the loss of an artist whose contributions helped shape the sound of Atlanta’s hip-hop scene in the past decade.
Key Points:
i. Rich Homie Quan, born Dequantes Devontay Lamar, passed away in Atlanta, Georgia, at the age of 34.
ii. He gained fame in the mid-2010s with hits like Type of Way and Flex (Ooh, Ooh, Ooh) and collaborated with major artists.
iii. The cause of his death is currently unknown, with an autopsy scheduled.
iv. Tributes have poured in from fellow artists, including Jacquees, 2 Chainz, and Quavo, calling him a “legend.”
v. Quan’s rise to fame came after he focused on music following a 15-month jail sentence, leaving a lasting impact on Atlanta’s hip-hop scene.
RM Tomi – Reprinted with permission of Whatfinger News
