Hip hop is taking a moment today to remember the talents later rap icon who was a dominant force in his heyday. It was 25 years ago today (March 26) that Eric “Eazy-E” Wright passed away due to complications from AIDS. The and his death came as a shock to hip hop and beyond.
The icon was reportedly admitted to the hospital for a severe cough in February 1995 and was given his diagnosis. On March 16, he made a public statement. Four days later, he drafted a letter to his fans. On March 26, the 30-year-old rapper had passed away. Since that time there have been conspiracy theories about how, but it’s believed that he got it from a ***ual partner.
Eazy-E’s legacy has continued and today, the rapper’s son, Lil Eazy-E, shared a touching video that included clips from his father’s funeral. Lil Eazy-E wanted to make sure people celebrated the life and legacy his dad. “25 YEARS,” he wrote in the caption. “Man no matter how many years it still hurts but I’m goin to continue to Represent…….. #Ripeazye #EazyE #compton #25 #Kingcompton.” Check out the tribute below.