Nick Cannon is stepping as much as support Wealthy Homie Quan‘s family after visiting his hometown, Atlanta. Using his show, ‘Wild ‘N Out,’ the TV show host raised $25,000 on behalf of the late rapper’s family.
This move of generosity comes after Quan’s family held his memorial service and burial earlier this week. As previously reported, Quan passed away on Sept. 5 while in his early 30s. His reason for death stays unknown, but his girlfriend, Amber Williams, is the one who discovered RHQ’s body within the lounge and called 911.
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Nick Cannon Raises Funds For Wealthy Homie Quan’s Family
Based on WSB-TV, Cannon’s show stopped by Atlanta on Thursday (Sept. 19) during their live U.S. show. At one point through the episode, the forged members took a pause to acknowledge RHQ and play several of his hits. Then, Nick Cannon brought out a few of Wealthy Homie Quan’s family on stage and presented them with the enlarged $25K check. He revealed that ‘Wild ‘N Out’ fans raised $10,000 and that he’d match the quantity. Meanwhile, State Farm Arena reportedly pledged $5,000.
Quan’s dad, Corey Lamar, spoke about his son’s ultimate legacy, per the local Atlanta outlet. “I used to inform him there’s a difference between songs and making hits, and he made hits, and I do know that his music will survive ceaselessly,” Corey said.
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As previously reported, Quan’s funeral services took place on Tuesday (Sept. 17) in College Park, Georgia. Celebrities like DC Young Fly, who lost his kids’ mom last 12 months after cosmetic surgery, and Killer Mike gave touching speeches on the ceremony.
This week, Wealthy Homie Quan also received his own day in Atlanta and South Fulton County. Days after the funeral, Amber Williams shared more touching memories from her 15-year romantic and parenthood connection to Quan.
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