TRAGEDY struck when Nipsey Hussle’s life was cut short after he was gunned down.
The late rapper is survived by his partner Lauren London, their son Kross Ermias, and his older daughter Emani.
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How did Nipsey Hussle die?
On March 30, 2019, Nipsey Hussle was shot and killed outside of his Los Angeles clothing store.
The shooting transpired just hours after Hussle wrote about having “strong enemies” on Twitter.
According to courtroom testimony by Hussle’s friend Herman Douglas, the crime scene took place after the rapper’s argument with his former fellow gang member Eric Holder.
By Douglas’ account, Hussle and Holder went back and forth about rumors regarding the latter’s supposed cooperation with local police.
The fallen rapper’s funeral service took place on April 11, 2019, and several people attended to pay their respects.
The service was attended by Snoop Dogg, Stevie Wonder, and Jhené Aiko, while Hussle’s partner Lauren London delivered the eulogy.
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Hussle’s final resting place is located at Forest Lawn Memorial Park in Hollywood.
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Who killed Nipsey Hussle?
Nipsey was murdered by Eric Holder, a member of the GRAMMY Award winner’s former gang the Rollin’ 60s.
The Rollin’ 60s are based in Los Angeles and are affiliated with the Crips.
On June 15, 2022, Holder’s trial commenced as he was charged with first-degree murder.
Despite pleading not guilty, Holder was ultimately convicted of the charges on July 6, 2022.
Holder was also found guilty of two counts of attempted voluntary manslaughter and assault with a firearm for shooting and wounding two other men on the same day of Nipsey’s death.
On February 22, 2023, the assailant was sentenced to 60 years to life in prison.
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