The rapper, who has been among the stars honoring Nipsey on social media since his death, arrives to the memorial service. ", "Don't let the world break me tonight," she continued. ", "But in Hussle's words, 'The game is going to test you, never fold," she added. Following Jhené Aiko's beautiful performance of "Eternal Sunshine," a video played, featuring old footage of Hussle as a kid. I hope he knows how much I loved him. "I'm so honored and blessed that I got to experience such a man.". To me he had vision. "I hope that it motivates us enough to say, 'Enough of people being killed by guns and violence,'" he added. "Friends and family of Nipsey Hussle, I've never met Nipsey but I've heard his music through my daughters," Obama's message began. Follow along with the live updates below. "One thing me and Nip had [in common] was a kind spirit. The Oklahoma City Thunder star, who recently honored the late rapper, enters the Staples Center for the celebration of life. "My loyalty and devotion is to you. It is so painful to know that we don't have enough people taking a position that say, 'Listen, we must have stronger gun laws.' No record deal?' Meghan Markle & Harry Make Special Appearance in 'TIME 100' Special, 'DWTS' Says Farewell to a Legend in First Elimination of Season 29, 'AGT': Archie Williams Performs Powerful Cover of Beatles' 'Blackbird', Carole Baskin Sued by Missing Husband Don Lewis' Daughters, Inside Chris Pratt and Katherine Schwarzenegger's Life With Baby Lyla, A post shared by badgalriri (@badgalriri), Nipsey Hussle Murder Suspect Eric Holder Arrested and in Police Custody. Like a shield over me when you're around I am totally myself with you (which is prob why I'm annoying) because i don't wear a cool mask anymore lol. The whole family appreciates everything. "We love you. The memorial concluded with another video showcasing Hussle's life and legacy. He told me it was paradise. In anybody’s case that’s always the distinguishing factor.”#NipseyHussle#NipseyHussleForeverhttps://t.co/NrKodRsJ8fpic.twitter.com/gfjPUtwOG2, ET has learned that the following people will serve as pallbearers once the service begins:Samiel Asghedom, brother of HussleAdam Andebrhan, co-owned Marathon Clothing store with HussleDawit Asghedom – father of HussleKelion Sutton – collaborated with Hussle as a writer for one of his tracksEvan "Rimpau" McKenzie – a member of Hussle's rap collectiveJorge Peniche - Hussle's tour managerJonathan Belvin – starred in a movie with Hussle.
"He was a truth seeker and truth speaker. "Through my fears U have encouraged me And inspired me to reach higher I've learned so much more about myself with you. Thousands of people are gathering at the Staples Center in Downtown Los Angeles to honor the life and legacy of the late artist, née Ermias Asghedom, who died on March 31. It's peace. ", "My pain is for my 2-year-old, who probably won't remember how much his dad loved him," she added. For more on Hussle's death, watch the video below: By signing up, you agree to our Ahead of the services… ", More:Rapper Nipsey Hussle shot to death; LAPD looking for man who fled the scene, More:Why losing Nipsey Hussle hurts so badly. "[He was] somebody whose light is gonna spread around the world forever," he raved. Hussle -- whose real name is Ermias Asghedom -- is survived by 34-year-old model and actress Lauren London, whom he had been dating since 2013. [I said], 'That's it?
I am strong. Diddy, who recently paid tribute to the late rapper, arrives to the Staples Center for the celebration of life. In addition to ET's live steam, we'll also be live-blogging the memorial. "We ask them to be there and ask that they guide and protect the family," she said. ", The celebration began with a reading by Pastor Shep Crawford, followed by a video, showing pictures of Nipsey's life through the years. Just hard to see it right now. An artist is photographed painting a portrait of Nipsey Hussle outside of the Staples Center. He just wanted to inspire and always bring something back. "I hope that we don't just talk about it but we be about it -- make a difference for our future. Cameras and recording devices will not be permitted inside the venue. According to the pamphlet, there will be performances by Marsha Ambrosius, Anthony Hamilton, Jhené Aiko and Stevie Wonder. We don't need to look to the sky for God; God is within us," Smith explained. The "How We Do" artist arrives to the Staples Center to honor Nipsey Hussle. I'm never going to give up on you," she concluded her message. But we kept going at it. ", He added, "And if it so happens to be that your kids die before you, Nipsey's mother prepared us for this day in the future. "I hope his memory inspires more good work in Crenshaw. You aren't perfect but I would never ask you to be. Our thoughts go out to his friends and family during this difficult time. It's unacceptable. But you know, just love and peace spread after his life is incredible because he's our angel now." Before performing "Rocket Love" and "Tears in Heaven," Stevie Wonder gave a speech about the importance of taking action to change the gun laws in America. "What's in you, they can't take away, and he's in all of us. "You made the world proud. It's time for a new beginning.' "We thank you, Lord, for his family ... we ask you now to give comfort to the family.