Hip Hop Community Reacts To Charlie Murphy's Death

Charlie Murphy’s life came to an end early Wednesday morning (April 12). Understandably, the larger-than-life comedian’s passing has people pouring out their heartfelt condolences all over social media. Murphy, who is Eddie Murphy’s older brother, was just 57 at the time of his death and noticeably thinner in recent months. He reportedly succumbed to leukemia.

Widely known for his roles on Chappelle’s Show and in movies like CB4 and Jungle Fever, Murphy’s absence will be felt by many. Members of the Hip Hop community, including Ice-T, Ice Cube, Nas, Chris Rock, LL Cool J, Chuck D, Big Boi and Chance The Rapper all expressed their sorrow over losing such a rare comedic talent. Scroll below for their reactions.

You made us smile. You brought lots of joy to the world and made life easier for millions. Rest in paradise big homie. #charliemurphy pic.twitter.com/HyCxIrnAey

— LLCOOLJ. (@llcoolj) April 12, 2017

Rest In Laughter our good brother & Velt Homeboy @charliemurphy who I been a fan of since 1976.Way before the rest of world knew of him & Ed pic.twitter.com/vtfSohNBft

— Chuck D (@MrChuckD) April 12, 2017

Charlie Murphy was a great man. God bless, we already miss you.

— Lil Chano From 79th (@chancetherapper) April 12, 2017

RIP Charlie Murphy very funny dude gone way to early! Will be missed https://t.co/uuVvX2JhTF

— Krayzie Bone (@iamKrayzieBone) April 12, 2017

God Bless the Homie! Luv

A post shared by Nasir Jones (@nas) on Apr 12, 2017 at 10:28am PDT

We just lost one of the funniest most real brothers of all time . Charlie Murphy RIP. pic.twitter.com/AAwItp5AJC

— Chris Rock (@chrisrock) April 12, 2017

The bro played many good roles. This is one my favorites Gusto! In CB4. Peace to your soul CM

A post shared by Nasir Jones (@nas) on Apr 12, 2017 at 10:35am PDT

R.I.P to my man Charlie Murphy. We just worked together in POWER. GOD BLESS

A post shared by 50 Cent (@50cent) on Apr 12, 2017 at 10:13am PDT

After every gig, he rushed home to be with his kids. He died with gigs on the books. #RIP #mybrotha #charliemurphy #CGD pic.twitter.com/JIV1U2Y98W

— DL Hughley (@RealDLHughley) April 12, 2017

No Way!!! Charlie Murphy Dead after Battle With Leukemia… Sad Sad Loss… Condolences To His Family especially The Legend Eddie Murphy… R.I.P.

A post shared by @djpremier on Apr 12, 2017 at 10:24am PDT

wow. rest in peace charlie murphy

— Open Mike Eagle (@Mike_Eagle) April 12, 2017

My Late Brother-The Very Funny Charlie Murphy. This Is Pic Is From JUNGLE FEVER, Charlie Was Also In MO' BETTER BLUES Too. Rest In Power.

A post shared by Spike Lee (@officialspikelee) on Apr 12, 2017 at 11:03am PDT

Rip Charlie Murphy???????? pic.twitter.com/LEuYoejtbV

— Tony Yayo (@TonyYayo) April 12, 2017

I had the pleasure to work with Charlie on 2 of my films. Roll bounce as well as lottery ticket. Gone way too soon my bros. My love goes out to his bros Eddie and the rest of the murphy family! Miss you charlie! #thatboygotstretchypants #darkneeeseverybodydaarkness #RIP

A post shared by Bow wow (@shadmoss) on Apr 12, 2017 at 10:24am PDT

Darkness. Goodbye Charlie. Damn.

A post shared by Questlove Gomez (@questlove) on Apr 12, 2017 at 10:05am PDT

#RIP #CharlieMurphy https://t.co/z92ghCuZwB

— Big Boi (@BigBoi) April 13, 2017

#RIP TO A LEGEND #CharlieMurphy https://t.co/pffXpBnp6w

— Rah Digga (@therealrahdigga) April 12, 2017