Rich Homie Quan, a 34-year-old hip-hop artist known for popular songs like “Type of Way” and “Flex,” was tragically found dead on Thursday at his Atlanta home. His birth name was Dequantes Devontay Lamar. The confirmation of his death came from both his family and a local morgue, as reported by TMZ. His passing has left his family, friends, and fans deeply saddened. The cause of his death has not yet been determined, and an autopsy will be conducted by the Fulton County Medical Examiner to provide more information.
Rapper Boosie Badazz broke the heartbreaking news on social media platform X (formerly known as Twitter), where he shared, “JUST TALK TO WUAN THE OTHER DAY.” In addition to Boosie, many fans and fellow musicians, including Jacquees, took to social media to share their condolences and pay tribute to Rich Homie Quan. He was widely regarded as a significant figure in the hip-hop community.
Rich Homie Quan initially gained widespread attention in 2013, and his collaborations with Young Thug under the Rich Gang banner resulted in several hit tracks, most notably “Lifestyle.” Despite their early success, Quan had recently spoken about his decision to distance himself from the group. He leaves behind four sons. His last post on social media, dated September 3, emphasized his dedication to his music career even in his final days.