Takeoff—who made up one-third of the rap group with his uncle, Quavo, and his cousin and Cardi B’s husband, Offset—was shot and killed in the early morning hours of Nov. 1 after an altercation at a Houston bowling alley ended in gunfire. He was just 28 years old. Following a memorial service for the late hip-hop star on Friday, Nov. 11, Cardi B took to Instagram to pen a heartbreaking message about his passing alongside a series of photos honoring Takeoff’s life. “Takeoff your untimely passing has brought a great deal of pain and sorrow to so many lives,” her message began. “The impact you had in this world was so considerable and we have struggled to grasp this tragedy. I am heartbroken but I am grateful for all the precious memories we got to share while you were here with us. This has truly been a nightmare and the pain is incomparable,” she continued. “The emptiness your brothers are feeling is unbearable and I pray that you give Offset ,Quavo, and your friends and family the strength to keep going as they are trying to cope with this loss.” “I believe that angels send signs and beautiful dreams to loved ones to assure them that they’re watching them and they’re okay and happy…send your mom some of those 🙏🏽.” The “Bodak Yellow” artist also said it “hurts” her to look at photos and videos of the trio now, especially considering her close connection to the Migos members. “It hurts because I know it will never be the same again—but I know your bros and y’all fans will make sure the world never forgets the impact you made,” she added. “I will remember your remarkable talent and your dope ass personality. I pray that you are at peace and in paradise because you deserve every bit of it. I know God opened the heavenly gates for you with a warm embrace.” Her message concluded, “Rest in power TakeOff 🚀💔 I will also love you 4L & after.” Takeoff—whose full name is Kirshnik Khari Ball—was honored in a “celebration of life” service on Friday, where fans packed the State Farm Arena in Atlanta to remember the rapper’s life before his tragic death. Quavo and Offset both gave tributes to the late artist, while other notable names from the music industry, including Drake and Justin Bieber, were also in attendance for the event to pay their respects, per the BBC. More News:
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