Stars Celebrate the Life and Legacy of Heavy D

As recently reported by Paq, hip hop pioneer Heavy D passed away at the young age of 44.

He was a well-respected originator in the rap game, and paved the way for many urban music artists both past and present.

A-Listers including Sean "Puffy" Combs, Will and Jada Smith, and Usher showed up to show love for Heav at a funeral held last Friday in his hometown of "Money Earnin" Mount Vernon, New York.

Even Jay-Z took time out from his current Watch The Throne tour duties to stop in and pay his respects.



-Turnbull

Heavy D Dead At The Age Of 44

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Some sad news for a truly positive MC. Dwight Arrington Myers, widely know as Heavy D, has passed away today. No details on the cause of death but reports state that it was not foul play.

More details to come as they become available.

-Paqman