Rich Homie Quan, the 34-year-old hip-hop artist known for hits like “Type of Way” and “Flex,” was found dead on Thursday at his home in Atlanta. Born Dequantes Devontay Lamar, the news of his passing was confirmed by his family and a local morgue to TMZ, leaving loved ones devastated. The cause of death remains unknown, and an autopsy is scheduled by the Fulton County Medical Examiner.
Rapper Boosie Badazz shared the heartbreaking news on X (formerly Twitter), writing, “JUST TALK TO WUAN THE OTHER DAY.” Fans and fellow artists, including Jacquees, also expressed their condolences online, mourning the loss of a beloved figure in the hip-hop community. Rich Homie Quan first rose to fame in 2013, and his collaborations with Young Thug as part of Rich Gang produced iconic tracks like “Lifestyle.” Recently, he had spoken about distancing himself from the group. He is survived by four sons. His final social media post on September 3 reflected his unwavering commitment to his music career.