The Lamar family embraces Rich Homie Quan's memory with profound love and reverence, as they pay a heartfelt tribute to the late rapper mere days after his tragic passing at the age of 33. On Monday, a moving statement echoed the depth of their loss, shared with the world through People magazine.
"In the somber dawn of September 5, 2024, the Lamar family bid farewell to our cherished son, brother, father, and beloved friend – Dequantes Devontay Lamar, better known to the globe as Rich Homie Quan. A proud son of Atlanta, Georgia, his music and spirit traversed the world, proudly representing the A in every beat and rhyme."
The statement continued, imbued with resilience amidst grief, "As a void in our hearts remains undeniable, we find solace in the knowledge that his music, a triumphant symphony of life, endures. Quan's legacy is forever etched as the soundtrack to our collective journey, a testament to his artistry that we cherish deeply."
Closing their tribute with a note of anticipation and gratitude, the family announced that details of Quan's memorial service would be shared in due course, thanking everyone for their "heartfelt words and unwavering support during this challenging time."
Rolling Stone had earlier confirmed Quan's untimely demise through a family member and the Fulton County Medical Examiner, with the cause of his death still under meticulous investigation.
An outpouring of love and respect from fans and fellow celebrities, including Quavo, Playboi Carti, and Lil Duval, flooded social media as they honored the rapper's memory. Quavo, sharing a nostalgic studio photo of Migos alongside Quan, penned, "May God's grace accompany us all, as this unforeseen turn never crossed our path."
Jacquees, his voice heavy with emotion, wrote on X, "Rest in Peace, my brother Rich Homie Quan. Your legacy lives on in my heart forever. #Richgang." Accompanying this message was a photograph of the two, captioned simply "Legend," a fitting testament to Quan's indelible impact on the music industry.
Rich Homie Quan soared to prominence in 2013 with his anthemic "Type of Way" and YG's collaborative hit "My N—a," but his journey began much earlier in his hometown of Atlanta with "Stay Down" in 2008. As a standout member of Birdman's Rich Gang collective, Quan's star shone brightly on tracks like "Lifestyle" alongside Young Thug, a partnership that blossomed into the groundbreaking 2014 mixtape, Rich Gang: Tha Tour Pt. 1.
