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Seeing Broner and Garcia unite in grief—does this show a softer side of boxing's toughest fighters?

Rich Homie Quan will no longer be with fans and followers to celebrate his 34th birthday on October 4. The rapper, known for hits like ‘Type of Way’ and ‘Flex (Ooh, Ooh, Ooh), has sadly passed away. The Atlanta-based artist was found dead at his home yesterday, and the exact cause of his death has not been confirmed. Quan’s passing has left scores of fans and followers in shock.

A few notable figures from the boxing world also joined many, expressing their grief and support for his family during this difficult time. Ryan Garcia and Adrien Broner paid their tribute to Rich Homie Quan on social media.

Touching remembrances

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With Quan’s 2015 release ‘Milk Marie’ playing in the background, Ryan Garcia’s Instagram story featured the caption, “Rip Rich Homie Quan.” Adrien Broner’s first Instagram story featured him enjoying a Quan number in what looked like a restaurant. The second story featured an old clip when another rapper ‘Young Thug’ joined Quan to walk Adrien Broner out during his 2014 fight against Emanuel Taylor.

Other celebrities also mourned the loss of Rich Homie Quan. Deion Sanders Jr. shared a video with a Quan song, captioned “Rip Rich Homie Quan.” Jacquees, whose real name is Rodriquez Jacquees Broadnax, tweeted, “Rest in Peace, my brother Rich Homie Quan. I love you for life.”

Reportedly, Rich Homie Quan’s girlfriend, Amber Williams, called 911 after finding him unresponsive on their couch. Initially, she was under the impression that he was asleep. However, when she checked closely, Williams discovered foam coming from his mouth. Likewise, she couldn’t detect his pulse either. An autopsy has been scheduled to determine the cause of death.

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Seeing Broner and Garcia unite in grief—does this show a softer side of boxing's toughest fighters?

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Rich Homie Quan: A Life of Challenges and Triumphs

Dequantes Devontay Lamar, better known as Rich Home Quan, emerged as a significant musical talent from Atlanta. Born on October 4, 1990, he started grabbing attention by the second decade of the century with hits such as 2013’s ‘Type of Way’. Then in 2015, ‘Flex (ooh, ooh, ooh) followed. The song reached 26th place on the Billboard Hot 100 list. Renowned for his smooth rhythms and infectious choruses, Lamar collaborated with various artists and was a prominent figure in the music industry.

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Growing up in Atlanta, in a single-parent household with two siblings, Lamar, a multiple BET award nominee, was initially inspired to be a basketball player before turning to music. His early life included a challenging 15-month period in jail.

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Rich Homie Quan’s untimely passing leaves a significant void for those who knew him closely and the multitude of fans. His contributions, particularly as a member of the ‘Rich Gang,’ will forever be etched in the memories of followers and the music world.

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