Nashville, Tennessee – Rapper Chris King tragically lost his life at the age of 32 after being fatally shot in a violent incident that also left others injured. King, known for his close friendships with celebrities like Justin Bieber, Machine Gun Kelly, Keke Palmer, and Trippie Redd, was in an alley with friends in downtown Nashville when the shooting occurred.
According to the Nashville Police Department, moments before the shooting, a group of three unidentified men approached King’s group, whom they did not know, and attempted to rob them. The surviving victim, a 29-year-old, reported that the group had been socializing before the suspects tried to rob them, leading to the tragic gunfire that ultimately claimed King’s life.
King, whose real name was Christopher Cheeks, was rushed to Vanderbilt University Medical Center but succumbed to his injuries. The police confirmed that homicide unit detectives are actively investigating the case and following strong leads to apprehend those responsible for the shooting.
Following King’s untimely death, his celebrity friends took to social media to pay tribute to the talented rapper. Justin Bieber, who previously lived with King over a decade ago, expressed his grief on Instagram, calling King his brother and asking for prayers for his family.
Other celebrities, including Trippie Redd and Keke Palmer, also shared heartfelt messages and memories of their time spent with King, highlighting his impact on their lives and careers. King’s music career spanned over a decade, marked by the release of several mixtapes and LPs, with his final project, the song “Seeing Double Seeing Double,” released just days before his tragic death.
King was in Nashville over the weekend to perform at the Nashville Cannafest, showcasing his talent and connecting with fans before the unfortunate incident that ended his life. The music industry mourns the loss of a talented artist and friend, as the investigation into his death continues to unfold.