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02.11.2022 - 23:03 / usmagazine.com
Rapper Takeoff’s cause of death has been determined following his passing on Tuesday, November 1.
The 28-year-old member of the Migos trio’s death was ruled a homicide by the Harris County Medical Examiner, according to documents obtained by Us Weekly on Wednesday, November 2.
The examiner pointed to “penetrating gunshot wounds of head and torso into arm” as the official cause of death, after the musician was shot in Houston, Texas, one day prior.
News broke on Tuesday that the Georgia native (real name Kirshnik Khari Ball) died at a bowling alley in Houston during the early hours of the day.
The Houston Police Department responded to a call about a shooting at 2:40 a.m., according to TMZ, which was just minutes after Takeoff was reportedly playing dice with his Migos cofounder Quavo. (Quavo, 31, is Takeoff’s uncle, while the third band member, Offset, is his cousin.)
Three people were shot during the altercation, with HPD tweeting on Tuesday that “2 other victims taken in private vehicles to hospitals.” The police didn’t reveal which person was dead on scene, noting that they were waiting until “his family is notified & ID verified by Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences.”
A representative for the Texas department later confirmed Takeoff’s identity to multiple outlets. Houston Sergeant Michael Arrington announced during a Tuesday press conference that the two other victims, a 23-year-old male and a 24-year-old female, are “going to be OK.”
News of Takeoff’s passing spread quickly throughout the entertainment world and many celebrities took to social media to mourn the loss.
“I got the best memories of all of us seeing the world together and bringing light to every city we touch,” Drake shared via Instagram alongside a
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Mourning a tragic loss. Mighty Morphin Power Rangers alum Amy Jo Johnson broke down in tears while honoring former costar and friend Jason David Frank.
Jason David Frank, best known for his role as Tommy Oliver – the original green and white ranger – in the popular 1990s television series Mighty Morphin Power Rangers, has passed away. He was 49 years old.
Power Rangers alum Jason David Frank is dead at age 49.
Offset has opened up about the senseless death of his Migos bandmate and cousin Takeoff.
Quavo speaks out about Takeoff’s tragic death for the first time.
Cardi B is remembering Takeoff in an emotional tribute.
It was a very emotional day for Takeoff’s friends and family…
A Texas woman has been sentenced to death after being found guilty of capital murder.
As music fans and industry insiders everywhere continue to mourn Takeoff‘s shocking death, police in Texas are working to figure out exactly what happened.
A bittersweet effect. Glee was already over when Naya Rivera died in 2020, but her costars Jenna Ushkowitz and Kevin McHale believe her death led to healing among the surviving cast members.
We continue to learn more about Takeoff‘s tragic death.
Celebrating his memory. Offset and Cardi B gave a touching tribute to Migos rapper Takeoff following his death on Tuesday, November 1.
As tributes continue to pour in honoring Migos rapper Takeoff one day after his senseless death, Offset is breaking his silence… Sort of.
The people behind Migos‘ record label are processing the horror and tragedy from Takeoff‘s untimely and violent death.
Takeoff just wanted recognition for his work while he was still here to see it.
Celebrity reactions to Takeoff’s untimely passing have begun circulating on social media, and they show just how loved he was.
in Houston, Texas early on the morning of Tuesday, November 1. At 28, Takeoff was the youngest member of the rap group Migos.
Migos star Takeoff has reportedly been killed. On Tuesday, editors at TMZ claimed that the rapper - real name Kirshnik Khari Ball - was shot in the head or neck during an incident in Houston, Texas at around 2. 30 am.
In mourning. Celebrities are sending thoughts and prayers after Migos member Takeoff was killed at age 28.