DMX’s manager Steve Rifkind has revealed the late Hip Hop legend’s public memorial service will be held at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn on Saturday (April 24).
While logistics of the event are still being finalized, the 19,000-capacity venue will have COVID-19 restrictions and protocols set in place, according to TMZ. Another private service will be held for DMX’s close friends and family at an undisclosed church in New York City the following day.
The Simmons family was initially considering having the public memorial in his hometown of Yonkers and Mayor Mike Spano was open to holding it at Yonkers Raceway, the city’s largest venue. But the City of Yonkers is working on a different way to honor him, possibly with a street named after him.
DMX passed away at White Plains Hospital in White Plains, New York on April 9 following a reported drug overdose and subsequent heart attack. The Ruff Ryders legend was placed on life support upon arrival but never regained consciousness. In the wake of his death, the Simmons family issued a statement thanking all of his fans for their continued support.
“We are deeply saddened to announce today that our loved one, DMX, birth name of Earl Simmons, passed away at 50-years-old at White Plains Hospital with his family by his side after being placed on life support for the past few days,” the statement read. “DMX was a warrior who fought till the very end. He loved his family with all of his heart and we cherish the times we spent with him.
“Earl’s music inspired countless fans across the world and his iconic legacy will live on forever. We appreciate all of the love and support during this incredibly difficult time.”
DMX Has Died At 50 Following A Week In White Plains Hospital ICU
DMX was 50 years old at the time of his death and leaves behind 15 children. He was reportedly finished with his first post-prison album, which Def Jam Recordings and Ruff Ryders plan on releasing in the near future. Guests include Lil Wayne, Snoop Dogg, Griselda, the late Pop Smoke, The LOX, Alicia Keys, Usher, U2’s Bono and more.
Check out one of DMX’s last Barclays performance below.
He was a crack head! And died a crack head death. Let’s move on!
What don’t you do everybody else a favor and shut the fuck up?
Why you indecrepant mf.he was a legend and more than you will ever be.so set your alarm so you get up and take your azz to work you paycheck to paycheck,late paying your rent azz mf.
Imagine believing everything what the media said…..
And ur such an idiot
You think that your own favorite musician isn’t fighting demons? Regardless if he was a crack head or did crack, his impact and what he brought to the rap game will not be forgotten. Looks likes you focus on the negative and not appreciate the positive.
Will they confiscate the glass dizzles upon entering the venue, my nizzle? Fa shizzle
Let us be honest here. . X died from the david-19 vaccine.. look it up fam issued a statement and all.. why the media be all silent and shit.. because they want us all dead.
They need the whole Barclay’s just for his kids. Gross!
Yall mad disrespectful in the comments. That new age Troll shit lame. Non of you stupid fucks could reach the hearts and minds of millions. But will shit on a dude that just passed away.
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