Nashville, Tennessee – The music world is in mourning following the tragic death of rapper Chris King, who was fatally shot over the weekend. Known for his talent and charisma, King’s untimely passing has sparked an outpouring of tributes from celebrities and fans alike.
According to the Metropolitan Nashville Police Department, King, born Christopher Cheeks, was killed during a shooting incident on Saturday. Reports indicate that King and a group of friends were confronted by three individuals who allegedly attempted to rob them, leading to a fatal exchange of gunfire. King was later found in the parking garage of the Hayes Street Hotel and succumbed to his injuries at Vanderbilt University Medical Center. He was 32 years old.
Stars like Keke Palmer have taken to social media to honor King’s memory, sharing heartfelt posts and fond memories of their time spent with the late emcee. Palmer, who knew King from his days in the R&B group 2 Much, reminisced about their friendship and the joy King brought to those around him.
Joining Palmer in paying tribute to King is Justin Bieber, who revealed that he and King had been roommates in the past. Bieber expressed his shock and sadness over King’s passing, urging fans to keep King’s family in their thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
The impact of King’s death has reverberated throughout the music community, with fellow artists like Trippie Redd and Machine Gun Kelly also sharing their condolences and memories of the late rapper. Tributes continue to pour in from all corners of the industry, highlighting the profound impact King had on those around him.
As the music world comes to terms with the loss of Chris King, it is clear that his legacy will live on through his music and the memories shared by those who knew and admired him. The outpouring of love and support serves as a testament to the lasting impact King had on those he touched during his time in the industry.