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Dec 1, 2021; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young (11) reacts to a made basket in the second half against the Indiana Pacers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-USA TODAY Sports
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Dec 1, 2021; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young (11) reacts to a made basket in the second half against the Indiana Pacers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-USA TODAY Sports
Takeoff, best known for being part of the Migos, has died. The 28-year-old rapper was reportedly shot dead in Houston. He was a member of the hip-hop trio, Migos, alongside Quavo and Offset. Takeoff was a huge NBA fan and has been spotted watching NBA games in the past. This made him constantly connect with some of the most famous NBA stars. The news of his passing has sent shockwaves around the world. Several celebrities such as Trae Young took to social media to mourn the sad news.
Migos are among the most popular hip-hop groups in the world. Some of their famous hits include ‘Versace’, ‘Fight Night’, ‘Look at my Dab’, and ‘MotorSport’, among others. Moreover, trio has dominated the Billboard charts since 2013 and got the opportunity to perform at the 2018 All-Star event.
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The music group won everyone’s hearts during the All-Star weekend in 2018, especially NBA fans. Takeoff’s sudden demise has shocked many NBA fans, who took to Twitter along with several celebrities to react to the news.
NBA star Trae Young, Jake Paul, and fans react to news of Takeoff’s passing
The shocking news of Takeoff’s passing has went viral on social media, as fans mourn the tragic loss to the world of music. Atlanta Hawks star Trae Young was among the first ones to react to the news. Jake Paul also took to Twitter to mourn the tragic demise of the Migos superstar.
Most fans are still in shock. Here are some of the reactions.
No Fucking Way..
— Trae Young (@TheTraeYoung) November 1, 2022
RIP Takeoff. 🙏🏼 pic.twitter.com/MJCGUNGA5m
— Legion Hoops (@LegionHoops) November 1, 2022
Senseless killings need to stop. Need to unify. RIP TAKEOFF.
— Jake Paul (@jakepaul) November 1, 2022
RIP TAKEOFF 🙏 pic.twitter.com/aAGRidoa4c
— Ballislife.com (@Ballislife) November 1, 2022
RIP #TakeOff 🙏🏾 He was shot and killed over a dice game in Houston early this morning. He was 28. pic.twitter.com/sThD2AcPnM
— No Jumper (@nojumper) November 1, 2022
RIP Takeoff. Praying for Quavo, Offset, & the rest of the family & friends. A talented & supportive person in the industry. 🙏 pic.twitter.com/YIPHegN3eP
— Ye Streams (@kanyestreams1) November 1, 2022
I remember @1YoungTakeoff being a very down to earth, cool dude. Cant believe I’m having to say this again about another young black star being killed for no reason, something really has to change in the industry, it’s sickening how easy & often people are dying. RIP Takeoff pic.twitter.com/VBguVkzBJ7
— Chris Eubank Jr (@ChrisEubankJr) November 1, 2022
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According to reports, Quavo was also present at the site, along with Takeoff. While Takeoff was taken to the hospital, Quavo remained unharmed. The Migos are now reduced to Quavo and Offset.
Quavo and Takeoff released an album named ‘Only Built for Infinity Links’ last month. However, it was without Offset, who then reacted by unfollowing the two from his social media.
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However, there’s not much information about the Migos group and their future yet. The shocking demise of Takeoff is being mourned around the world. NBA fans, who got a glimpse of Takeoff when the Migos performed during the 2018 All-Star event, are mourning as well.
