Lil Tay dead: Rapper and her brother’s deaths confirmed by family who say it is under investigation
CONTROVERSIAL social media rapper Lil Tay and her brother have died.
The young influencer’s death was confirmed on Wednesday by her family.
“It is with a heavy heart that we share the devastating news of our beloved Claire’s sudden and tragic passing,” the post on Lil Tay’s Instagram read.
“We have no words to express the unbearable loss and indescribable pain.
“This outcome was entirely unexpected, and has left us all in shock.
“Her brother’s passing adds an even more unimaginable depth to our grief.”
The family asked for privacy as they grieved Lil Tay and her brother’s deaths.
“Claire will forever remain in our hearts, her absence leaving an irreplaceable void that will be felt by all who knew and loved her,” the statement ended.
Details surrounding the pair’s death remain unknown.
The identity of Lil Tay’s brother has yet to be revealed.
Social media star Woah Vicky paid tribute to her friend in an Instagram post, sharing two snaps of the two together with the caption: “RIP Lil Tay.”
SCANDALOUS INTERNET FIGURE
Lil Tay, born Claire Hope, rose to prominence on social media in 2017, appearing in several videos boasting about her wealth and frequently using expletives.
The Canadian pre-teen headlines scripted fights and videos of her throwing large stacks of money on the ground while hopping in and out of exotic sports cars.
She continued her scandalous presence by filming videos of herself puffing on hookah, regularly dropping the N-word, and sparking feuds with other internet celebrities.
During an interview with Good Morning America in 2018, Lil Tay responded to the speculation that she was being forced or coached to make the viral content by family members.
“I run my own Instagram,” Lil Tay, who referred to herself as “the youngest flexer,” responded at the time.
Despite her online glory, Lil Tay disappeared from social media in 2018, last posting on Instagram in June of that year a tribute to rapper XXXTentacion following his death.
Lil Tay wrote: “X you truly changed me. You were there for me when everyone wanted me to fail, you were there to give me advice, you were there.
“As a father figure, when I don’t have one, you were here, FaceTiming me and calling me for hours when I’m down.
“I can’t believe this, the evil in the world, This isn’t good Bye. I love you Bro.”
In 2021, after years of being inactive on social media, Lil Tay’s parents were at the center of abuse allegations against the young internet star.
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