Fans, celebrities mourn death of Chicago rapper Fredo Santana on social media
Hip-hop fans and celebrities are mourning the loss of rapper Fredo Santana after news of his death broke early Saturday.
Born Derrick Coleman, the musician was a well-known artist. He gained recognition for his 12 mixtapes and debut studio album “Trappin Ain't Dead,” which was released in 2013. Throughout his career, he worked with Migos, Soulja Boy and more, and he made a cameo appearance in Drake’s music for “Hold On, We’re Going Home.”
Last October, he revealed on Instagram that he was suffering from liver failure and died just a few months later.
As details regarding his death hit the internet, many flocked to social media to express their condolences. Several said they were shocked to hear about his passing.
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This is the most shocked I've ever been by a celebrity death. RIP Fredo man
— TylerPIVOT (@__solodolo__) January 20, 2018
bruhhhhhhhhh 😧 i'm so shocked. RIP Fredo 🙏🏽 gone wayyy too soon
— Reyna Biddy (@DearYouFromWe) January 20, 2018
R.I.P. Fredo Santana 💔 Never thought about this happening. Honestly in shock. Rest easy 💘
— Kuhlapz 🥀🕯 (@OfficialKuhlapz) January 20, 2018
Others complimented his work ethic, sharing how much he influenced the culture. They heralded him as a pioneer in the industry.
Fredo made "in the cut" cool.
— MARCO PLUS (@PLUSONTOP6) January 20, 2018
Fredo made "glo up" cool.
Fredo made "savage" cool.
Fredo was the culture and most of y'all don't even know it.
Long Live Fredo Santana 👼 1990-2017 pic.twitter.com/pgGx3Hne3R
RIP Fredo Santana. He was a pioneer with a troubled past but he made the impossible happen. Him and his changed things in his industry. They won’t get the credit. They didn’t get the sales. But the real ones know. Rip Fredo.
— Kylo Pen (@ogpg23) January 20, 2018
Fredo Santana will go down as a legend🙏💯 pic.twitter.com/hSw1k4Nubn
— ignaciglo (@GUCCIGAROPPSZN) January 20, 2018
A few celebrities chimed in, too, to send their condelences. They also praised him for his dedication to his craft, while reflecting on his legacy.
Fredo , God Bless ya life. God be with you. Infinite prayers for you and your family . Rest well young brother 💯🙏🏿
— Wale (@Wale) January 20, 2018
Rip to my dawg.
— TRAVIS SCOTT (@trvisXX) January 20, 2018
Rest up easy love you bro pic.twitter.com/CeZV7A4O52
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