Rich Homie Quan, a platinum-selling rapper from Atlanta, has passed away, as confirmed by TMZ Hip Hop. He died on Thursday in his Atlanta home, according to his family and a representative from the Fulton County morgue.
The circumstances surrounding his death are still unclear, but a 911 call obtained by TMZ reveals that his girlfriend found him unresponsive on a couch, not breathing and without a heartbeat. When she tried to move him, he began foaming at the mouth.
Rich Homie Quan’s family is devastated by his sudden death and is seeking answers, as no cause of death has been reported.
Rich Homie Quan, born Dequantes Lamar, rose to fame in 2013 with his hit single “Type of Way,” followed by other fan favorites like “Flex (Ooh, Ooh, Ooh)” and “Ride Out.” He collaborated with notable artists, including Young Thug, 2 Chainz, and Jacquees, and was part of the Cash Money Records project “Rich Gang.”
In his last interview, Rich Homie Quan criticized the current state of hip-hop for its violent lyrics and formulaic song structures. His sudden passing has left the music industry and his fans in shock, mourning the loss of a talented artist who was still making waves in the hip-hop scene.
