On Sunday, as presenter of the American Music Awards 2022, Wayne Brady paused to honor Takeoff’s memory.
“We just lost Kirsnick Khari Ball, also known as Takeoff, a member of the innovative hip-hop trio Migos,” the comic informed the crowd.
“On behalf of everyone who loves hip-hop throughout the globe, we thank you, Takeoff, for your talent, and tonight we celebrate your memory,” said Brady, 50.
Takeoff was acknowledged by Wayne Brady at the American Music Awards.
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As the “Whose Line Is It Anyway?” alum said, a portrait of the deceased Migos member, who was tragically murdered on November 1, displayed behind Brady on-screen.
The 28-year-old was at 810 Billiards & Bowling in Houston, Texas, with his uncle Quavo when an altercation broke out and bullets were fired. No arrests have been made in his murder.
“We must end this senseless and horrific gun violence,” Brady said of the incident, adding citing the Saturday night shooting at Club Q in Colorado Springs, Colorado.
In a shooting earlier this month, Takeoff was killed.
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In a shooting earlier this month, Takeoff was killed.
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In a shooting earlier this month, Takeoff was killed.
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“Yesterday, a mass shooting occurred… “Our hearts go out to the families of all the victims,” he said. This comes from the show. I only want to say that I love you all, that my heart is with you, and that God bless you.”
Later in the evening, Pink paid tribute to another deceased artist by performing “Hopelessly Devoted to You” by Olivia Newton-John.
Brady presided over the 50th annual awards ceremony.
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Pink spoke about the “beautiful human being” who passed away in August at the age of 73 while walking the red carpet.
The Grammy winner stated to Entertainment Tonight, “She was an unbelievable legend” I admired her voice.
While grieving Takeoff, he spoke out against “senseless” gun violence in Colorado.
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Pink revealed that Willow, her 11-year-old daughter, assisted her in memorizing the 1978 hit.
“My daughter’s theater play of Grease has just concluded,” the artist told the site. She assisted me in learning the song.