Krasnik Kharibal – better known as Take Off, was memorialized in a ‘Celebration of Life’ at Atlanta’s State Farm Arena on November 11, 10 days after his murder. Fun tonight.
Co-founders of the rap trio Migos along with the late rapper Quavious “Quavo” Marshall and Kiari “Offset” Cephus attended the event with friends and family giving speeches to a crowd of 21,000.
Hosted by the Migos star’s family, a host of celebrities joined the event including Drake, who spoke for the late rapper, Justin Bieber, Chloe, Yolanda Adams and Byron Cage, who spoke for New Mercy. Also performed at the emotional mass conducted by Pastor Jesse Kerney III of K. Christian Church. Fellow Migos rappers also spoke out for their late friend.
Before attending the service, Cardi B and Offset were seen for the first time since the Migos rapper was shot. The couple dressed in black before the service. The hearse carrying the casket on takeoff received a police escort in Atlanta before reaching its destination. Fans also held signs outside the arena calling for an end to gun violence, according to the report. ET
“I was truly saddened to hear the news,” Kearney said in an earlier statement. Krishnak has been a faithful member since the age of 10. He and his family have been active and passionate supporters of the church and community. the whole.”
“When Titania (Davonport) and Mother Edna (Maddox) asked me to be a part of the services, I was truly honored,” Kearney continued. “My goal is to love and support them through this unimaginable time and beyond. As their church family, we want to show God’s love and serve them in every way we can.” Want.”
Outside the arena, a large sign flashed a picture of the rapper with the message “Celebrating the Life of Takeoff” alongside his name in his signature sunglasses.
According to Variety, mourners were asked to lock their phones in their yonder bags before entering, as a strict no photo or video policy was in place, and members of the media were not allowed to attend. Takeoff’s family asked that in lieu of bringing flowers or gifts to the celebration, donations be made to the Rocket Foundation, which will be established to support programs to prevent gun violence.