Rapper GI JOE OMG, best known for his work with the late musician Nipsey Hussle, has passed away at the age of 33, according to his publicist.
On Tuesday night, friends and coworkers began spreading word of the untimely death of the Los Angeles native.
However, circumstances around his death remain unclear, his publicist Rebecca Kinchen told The U.S. Sun.
“We literally have no idea what happened,” she said.
“He was found dead and we are awaiting the results of the coroner’s report to learn details.”
Kinchen added that information being shared online about the rapper’s death involving a car wreck or shooting is false.
If there is anything we want to tell about this man, it is that he was a fantastic, solid man who ALWAYS put his family first and was the best father to his two children.
Additionally, GI JOE OMG was well-known for his clothing brand, On My Grind.
As soon as the budding celebrity passed away, fans eagerly turned to social media.
“You will be missed Gi Joe OMG. Thank you for your music that gave me peace. Rest In Peace King,” wrote one Twitter user.
A Day in LA Magazine was one of the first accounts to share the news.
They said on Twitter: ” Unfortunately, South Central based rap artist @GiJoe_OMG has reportedly passed away.
“The rapper was best known for his collaborations with Nipsey Hussle, J. Stone, and his infamous appearance on “Mailbox Money”. Sending prayers to his loved ones.”
“[GI] Was a solid and genuine individual who stood 10 toes.. he went out the way we all would wanna leave.. at peace,” K Duece added.
