Atlanta rapper Rich Homie Quan, whose real name was Dequantes Devontay Lamar, passed away last month in Georgia from an accidental drug overdose. The Fulton County Medical Examiner revealed that he died from a combination of fentanyl, alprazolam, codeine, and promethazine. The manner of death was ruled as an accident. The rapper was 33 years old at the time of his death.
Rich Homie Quan rose to fame in the hip-hop scene over a decade ago with hits like “Type of Way” and “Flex (Ooh, Ooh, Ooh).” In 2014, he was included in XXL magazine’s Freshman Class, alongside other rising stars in the rap industry. Throughout his career, he received nominations for BET and BET Hip Hop Awards, including best new artist and people’s champ award.
The news of Rich Homie Quan’s death came after Atlanta’s Grady Memorial Hospital notified the medical examiner on September 5th. His tragic passing highlights the dangers of drug use and the devastating impact it can have on individuals, families, and the music industry as a whole. Rich Homie Quan’s untimely death serves as a reminder of the importance of addressing substance abuse and promoting mental health awareness in the entertainment community.
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