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Westside Gunn Pays Tribute To Late Wrestler Bray Wyatt

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The wrestling world received shocking and saddening news this week when it was revealed that WWE star Bray Wyatt passed away unexpectedly. Moreover, tributes rolled in from all corners of pop culture, from die-hards, casuals, and people unbeknownst to his status alike. One of the most prominent to emerge from the hip-hop realm was Westside Gunn’s, who posted a picture of him wearing The Fiend’s iconic mask. Alongside Tyler, The Creator and Conway The Machine, the picture shows how much of a fan of the scene and of Wyatt in particular the Buffalo MC is. In the post’s caption, Flygod left a tender message for the fallen wrestler.

“THANK YOU @thewindhamrotunda for EVERYTHING one of my FAVORITES of ALL TIME,” Westside Gunn wrote on the social media platform. “#THEFIEND I literally wore the Mask making some of PRAY FOR PARIS, I sat front row at every major match you had, I was waiting for the day to be able to see your ART again #RIPBRAYWYATT #CULTURE #WWE #4THROPE #LEGEND.” It’s a sad week for fans, but one that inspired a lot of celebration around Wyatt’s life and legacy.

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Westside Gunn’s Tribute To Bray Wyatt

Furthermore, the Griselda affiliate’s love of the wrestling world is well-documented. In fact, he founded his own wrestling promotion company called 4THROPE. “Y’all Done F***ed Up!!!!” Westside Gunn expressed in the announcement post. “Meet @theparkerboudreaux the 1st official wrestler W/ 4THROPE. We’re about to do something the Wrestling world has NEVER [seen]. EVERYBODY knows I’m the biggest wrestling fan in the world but now I’m about to mix Cultures and present special talent, merch, 4THROPE radio, 4THROPE TV, and again HIGH LEVEL ART. Stay tuned for more 4THROPE announcements and LINK IN MY BIO we just World Premiered on AEW tonight start it at the 28min. Mark ROPE #GXFR #CULTURE #4thROPE #PARKERBOUDREAUX #FLYGOD.”

With that excitement and fandom in mind, it’s heartbreaking to see iconic careers cut short so soon. However, we’re sure that industry figures, fans within rap, and admirers worldwide will continue honoring The Fiend. For more news and the latest updates on Westside Gunn, stay logged into HNHH. Rest In Peace Bray Wyatt.

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Westside Gunn Gives $10,000 To Funeral Of Buffalo Woman On “WWCD” Cover

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When it comes to releases from the Griselda camp, 2019’s WWCD stands out as a benchmark achievement. Not only was it among the group’s final fully collaborative releases (so far), but it set the stage for their current dominance in the 2020s decade, as well as exemplifying what made the crew so special before. However, tragic news struck fans and the group alike recently, as Clara “Claire” Gomez, the Buffalo woman whose likeness graced the album cover, passed away at age 58. Moreover, a GoFundMe page was established to cover the costs of the burial on Wednesday (May 24).

“”Hi my name is Joe, I am the nephew to Clara Gomez aka ‘Claire’ in Buffalo,” the fundraiser’s description indicates. “I am fundraising so she can be laid to rest close to her sister (my mother). Like the family wants. I want to thank everyone for their condolences and for aiding my Aunt over the years. I know she was a thorn in everyone’s side at times but the love for her from everyone really means a lot to our family. Please donate if you can if not please at least share this to someone you know. Every bit helps.”

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Westside Gunn’s Donation To Claire Gomez’s Funeral

The next day, Westside Gunn posted pictures on Twitter of his $10,000 donation to the effort. “BURY MY BABY IN STYLE #RIPCLAIRE the LEGEND,” he wrote. In an earlier post, he first acknowledged Claire’s loss. “My fav Buffalo Kid You’ll be Loved Forever #IMMORTAL #RIPCLAIRE,” the MC expressed. According to the Buffalo News, Claire passed away after an SUV struck her on Tuesday night (May 23). Reportedly, the vehicle’s driver hit her while trying to escape from another car, chasing and shooting at them. Furthermore, the suspected gunman received charges of second-degree possession of a weapon and first-degree reckless endangerment.

Meanwhile, the Flygod is known to pay tribute to fallen friends and close ones, however famous or unknown they might have been. For example, he recently hinted at honoring the late great Virgil Abloh on his next album. & Then U Pray For Me will release June 23 and Virgil designed the album cover, as he did its antecedent Pray For Paris. For more news and the latest updates on Westside Gunn, come back to HNHH.
Rest In Peace Clara “Claire” Gomez.

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