ATLANTA — Rapper Takeoff, a member of Atlanta-based rap group ‘Migos,’ was killed in Houston, Texas Tuesday morning.
Multiple sources confirmed to Channel 2 that the rapper, whose real name is Krishnik Khari Ball, was shot and killed at 810 Billiards & Bowling.
Rappers, including Yung Miami, Ja Rule, other musicians and entertainers expressed their grief and condolences upon hearing the news of the rappers death.
RIP Takeoff 🕊
— Rae Sremmurd (@RaeSremmurd) November 1, 2022
We are heartbroken over the passing of Takeoff, a passionate Hawks fan and pillar of Atlanta culture.
— Atlanta Hawks (@ATLHawks) November 1, 2022
Sending our love to his family, friends, and all who are mourning his loss today. pic.twitter.com/amqFhkIUqR
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The Migos spoke about an upcoming project in a ‘Drink Champs’ podcast interview on YouTube last month.
When Takeoff was asked about his involvement in the project he said, “It’s time to give me my flowers...I don’t want them later on when I ain’t here.”
Takeoff was just on Drink Champs speaking on wanting his flowers while he was still here 😔 pic.twitter.com/lWaclFetrL
— XXL Magazine (@XXL) November 1, 2022
RIP Takeoff
— DJ Akademiks (@Akademiks) November 1, 2022
Absolutely disgusted…. RIP Takeoff
— SCHEME (@DJSCHEME_) November 1, 2022
No hot takes. No profound thoughts. Just sad that another rapper, son, brother, and friend has been killed. God be with all those who feel the loss. #TakeOff #MIGOS
— Lecrae (@lecrae) November 1, 2022
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