Lauren London Remembers Nipsey Hussle

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As Nipsey Hussle fans and friends share their grief, nothing can compare to the unfathomable pain his family is going through. Yesterday, his soulmate Lauren London broke her silence regarding Nipsey’s passing. Lauren posted pictures to Instagram of Nipsey with herself, as well as with their children. Nipsey’s grief-stricken queen also shared her heartfelt words that resonates profoundly.

“I am completely lost,'' she wrote. "I’ve lost my best friend. My sanctuary. My protector. My soul ... I’m lost without you. We are lost without you babe. I have no words.”

Nipsey’s close friend and collaborator YG responded on London’s page with a Blue heart emoji and a tear. Tyrese, Gabriel Union, Alicia Keyes and Jennifer Lopez were also among those to comment and send encouragement to London.

Nipsey and London have been together for five years and have a two-year-old son named Kross. Both have other children from previous relationships. The pair were one of the hip-hop and Black community’s most beloved power couples, recently interviewing each other in a hilarious segment for GQ.

Nipsey was killed on Sunday, shot multiple times in front of his Marathon Clothing store in Los Angeles. He was only 33. Yesterday was extremely bittersweet as police apprehended the suspect in the murder Eric Holder.

In related Nipsey news, last night NBA All-Star Russell Westbrook paid a monumental tribute to the fallen hip-hop hero. Westbrook recorded a triple double of 20 points, 20 rebounds and 20 assists. The 60 was a symbolic homage to Nipsey and the Rolling 60s.

“That’s for my n***a, that’s for Nipsey,” Westbrook, a native of LA and close friend of Nipsey said after grabbing his 20th rebound and completing the astounding feat with just a minute left in the game. Other athletes such as LeBron James and Stephen Curry have also expressed their respects for their fallen comrade.

While Hussle was definitely successful in music, including a Grammy nomination, his biggest calling card may turn out to be his community activism. Before his death, he was planning to meet with the LAPD to better relations with police and the black community of LA. He invested heavily into the neighborhood as well from the aforementioned clothing store to restaurants even to a stem cell research center.

Lizzo Is Living Her Best Life Right Now

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If you’re not a fan of Lizzo yet, get ready, because she’s conquering the world one upbeat, body-positive track at a time. One look at the R&B superstar tells you she’s not what we usually see presented as sexy in the music industry, but sister is taking back self-love and adding a wink to tell us she’s been on this beat the whole time, we’re the ones who are just catching up.

Lizzo slayed the GLAAD awards last week in a mirrored body suit, bringing themes from the “Juice” video to life, and sang through some some major cardio with her backup dancers, daring anyone to body shame her. Just when you think you’ve seen the extent of her skills, she brings out “Sasha Flute” and shows off a quick flute solo, no bigs.

She’s also changing things up in Playboy this month, wearing fishnets, 500 carats of diamonds, and some bedroom eyes, offering up gems like “BEIN FAT BLACK AND BEAUTIFUL EVERYWHERE WHO GON CHECK ME BOO?!” The article offers insight on her rise to the top, her infectious self-love, and the way she’s trying to change gender politics. It’s worth a read.

Lizzo’s dropping an album, Cuz I Love You, on April 19th. And while we’re waiting, you can check out more of her bangers on Slacker Radio!