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Migos rapper Takeoff’s most heartwarming moments from Carpool Karaoke to getting flowers on Drink Champs as he dies aged 28-Alicia Adejobi-Entertainment – Metro
The rapper was reportedly shot dead in Houston on Monday night.
Takeoff has died after a shooting in Houston (Picture: Rex/CBS)
Migos fans are remembering Takeoff with heartwarming moments from the rapper’s life and career after it was announced he has died at the age of 28.
The Bad and Boujee rapper was shot and killed outside a bowling alley in Houston on Monday, where he was enjoying a night out with his fellow Migos member and uncle Quavo.
Houston Police Department is yet to confirm the reports but a rep for the rapper confirmed the news to AP. Tributes have begun pouring in for Takeoff, real name Kirshnik Khari Ball, from fans and celebrities alike.
Reacting to the news, rapper AJ Tracey tweeted: ‘Not takeoff! RIP.’
Boxer Chris Eubank Jr shared a picture of himself meeting Migos, writing: ‘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.’
Hot 97 DJ Ebro wrote: ‘My good brother @1YoungTakeoff you are loved. The Universe will protect you on your journey beloved.
Takeoff (r) was a member of Migos alongside Offset (l) and Quavo (Picture: Getty Images)
Takeoff was well-loved for his calm personality (Picture: WireImage)
‘You spread love and kept chill at all times. In your memory we will try to do the same.’
Influencer Jake Paul wrote: ‘Senseless killings need to stop. Need to unify. RIP TAKEOFF.’
Many are sharing positive memories of the Grammy-nominated rapper, who was well-loved for his laid back personality as much as his lyrical talent.
Metro.co.uk looks at the most heartwarming moments from Takeoff’s career…
Migos on James Corden’s Carpool Karaoke
The rap trio, including Offset, made an appearance on Corden’s popular Late Late Show segment Carpool Karaoke where they got the comedian to rap along to their hit songs including Walk It Talk It while also bringing wads of cash for a shopping spree.
However, one of the highlights was seeing the usually reserved Takeoff belting his heart out to Whitney Houston’s Dance With Somebody.
Takeoff getting his flowers on Drink Champs
Just last week, Takeoff sat down for a Drink Champs interview with Quavo to promote their new music as their new rap duo Unc & Neph.
Guests are usually presented with their flowers at the end of the interview, to which Takeoff accepted.
In now eerie comments, host N.O.R.E. told him: ‘One thing I really really love about the project is how you shining. Of course you were shining before but I felt like you were dancing on this one. It was your time to prove, is that something you had on your mind when you was going to do that?’
Takeoff poignantly replied: ‘For sure. I’m chill, I’m laid back but it’s time to pop it. I want to get into my flow. Time to give me my flowers. I don’t want them when I ain’t here.’
Dancing with Quavo
Fans loved the odd occasion they saw Takeoff showing off his dance moves when he got in the zone.
Celebrity tributes for Takeoff
Other celebrities paying tribute include Ja Rule, who wrote: ‘Rip Takeoff… this s**t has to STOP… sending love to friends and family.’
Fellow rapper Notes wrote: ‘Rest in perfect peace Takeoff! Real [goat] in this game. Sad day for music.’
‘Rest In Peace Takeoff,’ Lloyd Banks posted. ‘My condolences to his family and close friends, very dope artist gone too soon.’
Influencer Jake Paul said: ‘Senseless killings need to stop. Need to unify. RIP TAKEOFF.’
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