Controversial rapper Lil Tay at the young age of 14 passed away alongside her brother. The family has verified the news, which signals a tragic end to the life of the formerly popular social media influencer who made headlines in 2018 for her daring displays of riches and unrestrained language while still a young girl.
Lil Tay’s family shared their heart-wrenching loss on Instagram, where they posted a heartfelt message, reading, “It’s with a heavy heart we share the devastating news of our beloved Claire’s sudden & tragic passing.” Expressing their profound grief, they added, “Her brother’s passing adds an even more unimaginable depth to our grief.”
The family has asked for privacy as they deal with this unfathomable loss and while authorities look into the circumstances leading up to Claire and her brother’s untimely demise. “Claire will forever remain in our hearts, her absence would be an irreplaceable void that will be felt by everybody who knew & loved her.” The statement concluded with a poignant farewell.
Lil Tay’s meteoric ascent to stardom in 2017 at the age of nine captivated the world’s attention, but the identity of Claire’s brother and the reason for their deaths are still unknown. Her controversial films, which featured profanity, loud attitude, displays of riches, and even altercations, made her an internet star. She was originally from Canada and later moved to Los Angeles.
Lil Tay established an astounding social media following, with more than 3.3 million followers on Instagram alone, while receiving criticism. Condolences poured into the comment area from her supporters, demonstrating the impact she had on her audience. One fan succinctly put it this way as the tributes flow in: “Rip to the youngest flexer.”
