The hip-hop world has lost another shining star. Takeoff, best known for being one third of the Migos rap trio, has sadly passed away. The artist is said to have died Tuesday morning after being shot at in a bowling alley. The young man was accompanied by his uncle and bandmate, Quavo, at the facility. The music fan favorite was only 28 at the time of his death.
Takeoff’s death has been confirmed a Variety from the Houston Police Department, which claimed the rapper, whose birth name is Kirsnik Khari Ball, was playing craps with Quavo around 2:30 a.m. at 810 Billiards & Bowling Houston. Shots were eventually fired and, according to HPD, there was a crowd of 40 to 50 people present when one individual was shot in the head and neck. Ball was pronounced dead on the spot.
According to reports, Quavo, whose name is Quavious Keyate Marshall, was left unharmed in the situation. However, the company reports that two other people were shot and taken to hospital. His condition is unknown at this time.
as mentioned TMZ Earlier in the night, Takeoff posted a selfie from the bowling alley. Meanwhile, his uncle shared a video of him dating music producer Jas Prince. The Young Empire Music Group CEO would have celebrated his birthday last night.
Kirshnik Khari Ball was born in Lawrenceville, Georgia on June 18, 1994 and also grew up there with his aforementioned uncle and retired former cousin and bandmate, Offset (who is currently married to Cardi B). Having displayed a knack for rhythm development at a young age, Ball eventually joined his family members when they formed Migos in 2008. Although the artists released their first mixtape in 2011, they weren’t a mainstream hit. until they released Migos. “Versa” in 2013.
As a member of the group, Takeoff had been nominated for several awards, including two Grammy Awards. The rappers have also collaborated with famous artists such as Young Thug and Chris Brown. They also collaborated with the eccentric Lil Uzi Vert for “Bad and Boujee” in 2016, and the song ended up becoming the musical act’s first # 1 single on the Billboard Hot 100. Migos had a profound impact on pop culture in just a short amount of time. Rap stars have made several appearances in major media, including a performance in James Corden karaoke in carpooling and appearances in the first season of Donald Glover atlanta.
Takeoff and his bandmates have been incredibly aware of their music and how future generations will see it. He and Quavo appeared children champions last week and when asked about his desire to shine in his new music, the late rapper said:
When it is too much, it is too much. You know, I’m relaxed, I’m relaxed. But it’s time to take advantage of it. It’s time you gave me my flowers, I don’t want them when I’m not there.
Fortunately, many people gave flowers to the star while he was still with us, and many more do so after his death. Even if he didn’t stay with us for long, his art will surely live on for years to come.
We at 24 News Bulletin extend our condolences to Takeoff’s family, friends and loved ones at this difficult time.
Source: Cinemablend
