Justin Bieber took to Instagram on Saturday to pay tribute to rapper and friend Chris King, who died over the weekend.
The 30-year-old singer, who was spotted in West Hollywood this week, used the app’s Stories feature to share a December 2023 post from the California-raised music artist that showed them sharing a hug.
Bieber wrote in the post: ‘I love you bro.’ This one hurts. Please keep his family in your prayers. See you in paradise brother.’
King had shared a video clip of himself and the Canadian pop star on December 1 with a caption that read, “Fun fact: I lived with my brother Krib for a full year and a half almost 10 years ago.” I’m glad some people never change no matter what. all love, extended family forever. @Justin Bieber.’
Rapper Trippie Redd, Chris’s best friend, confirmed his death online. Although the details surrounding his sudden passing are unknown, it has been speculated that Chris’ death was the result of an alleged shooting in Nashville, Tennessee.
Justin Bieber took to Instagram on Saturday to pay tribute to rapper and friend Chris King, who died over the weekend.
The 30-year-old singer used the app’s Stories feature to share a December 2023 post from the California-raised music artist that showed them sharing a hug.
Bieber wrote in the post: ‘I love you bro.’ This one hurts. Please keep his family in your prayers. See you in paradise brother
Trippie paid tribute to King with a carousel of photos, writing in his caption: ‘I’m so hurt I can’t even think I love you bro come back!!!!!’
She added tear emojis and wrote: “I can’t catch a break.”
So far, the post has garnered more than 220,000 likes from her 13 million followers.
Chris was active on social media just hours before his death, posting photos from Nashville, Tennessee.
In his final post he wrote: ‘I’m in CASHVILLE, TENNESSEE celebrating @sincere_aob day at CANNAFEST right now and I’m performing and meeting all kinds of stoners and artists like me.
‘I thank @significantrecords for inviting me. Stop now!’
He then posted the exact address, sharing its location as ‘3453 W HAMILTON AVE, NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE 37218’.
Fans took to the comments section to speculate about the unexpected tragedy, with one person writing: ‘Apparently his friend just got shot or something??? Literally a couple of minutes ago.
Chris was active on social media just hours before his death, posting photos from Nashville, Tennessee.
In his final post, King wrote, “I’m in CASHVILLE, TENNESSEE celebrating @sincere_aob day at CANNAFEST right now and I’m performing and meeting all kinds of stoners and artists like me.”
Rapper Trippie Redd, Chris’s best friend, confirmed his death online, but further details about his sudden passing are unknown.
Rapper and singer Machine Gun Kelly also took to social media to acknowledge Chris’ death and pay tribute.
Kelly also shared a screenshot of their latest conversation via Instagram DM.
Rapper and singer Machine Gun Kelly also took to social media to acknowledge Chris’ death and pay tribute.
The star also revealed that she had plans to see King in Nashville this weekend.
He shared an image that included him, Chris and Trippie Redd together, adding: “They broke my heart with this one.” It bothers me to know that I was supposed to connect with you in Nashville but I took the earlier flight.
“Late night studio freestyles won’t be the same without you, my brother.”
Kelly also shared a screenshot of their latest conversation via Instagram DM.
He wrote: “This sad story is true.” The streets no longer have codes. Brother came to put on a show and share his talent and I responded to the vibe. I’m sick.’