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Famous South African Rapper, Riky Rick Commits Suicide
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Famous South African Hip-hop artist, Riky Rick has committed suicide.
Police reports said Riky Rick aged 34 took his life in his home in the Northern suburbs of Johannesburg on Wednesday morning.
The musician, whose real name is Rikhado Muziwendlovu Makhado, allegedly hung himself with a rope after a battle with depression.
According to reports, the rapper was found in his home at 8.30 am on Wednesday by close associates and rushed to a nearby hospital but was confirmed dead at the hospital.
Riky Rick was commonly known across the music and fashion industries in South Africa.
He was famous for his iconic fashion sense and willingness to empower young artists across the country.
He was the founder and owner of the Cotton Club Records label and Cotton Fest music festival.
The deceased’s family spokesperson, Sheikani Makhado in a statement confirmed his death.
Some of the statement reads: “Son, husband, father, brother and uncle, Riky ‘Ricky’ Makhado (aged 34) sadly passed away in the early hours of this morning (23rd February) in Johannesburg.”
The family mentioned that “Riky’s nurturing and developing of young musical talent is well documented and will forever be remembered.”
His greatest hits were Amantombazane, Boss Zonke, and Sidlukotini.
Ricky Rick in 2020, opened up about his struggle with depression after his father’s death.
He left behind his wife, Bianca Naidoo and two lovely children.
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