OG Maco—actual title Benedict Chiajulam Ihesiba Jr.—handed away on December 26 after roughly two weeks on life assist at Cedars-Sinai Medical Middle in Los Angeles.
As confirmed to AllHipHop by his day-to-day supervisor, Poppa Perc, Maco died after struggling a self-inflicted gunshot wound to the top. On Saturday (December 28), OG Maco’s household issued a press release by way of Instagram, mourning their immense loss.
“With heavy hearts, we share the heartbreaking information of the passing of our beloved Ben, identified to the world as OG Maco,” the put up begins. “His life was a testomony to resilience, creativity and boundless love. By way of his music, ardour, and unwavering spirit, he touched so many lives and left a long-lasting impression.
“Whereas we grieve this immense loss, we additionally have fun the extraordinary life he lived—one that may proceed to encourage and uplift others. Maco’s affect, each as an artist and as an individual, will stay endlessly etched in our hearts.”
The household additionally opened OG Maco’s direct messages to anybody who needs to share a reminiscence or join with them. They ended the put up by thanking everybody who confirmed their assist for him.
First responders had been referred to as to OG Maco’s house on the morning of December 12 after a neighbor heard a gunshot.
“I believed he was useless once I first noticed him,” his supervisor instructed AllHipHop on the time. “We had been about rebrand and drop [new music] underneath a complete new alias. We’d like everybody’s prayers.”
The OG Maco crew did its greatest to swat down the following demise rumors, however folks continued. One particular person wrote, “This breaks my coronary heart a lot. Might u relaxation in heaven. Thanks for being my first ever buddy in Atlanta. For believing in my music earlier than anybody else and for the friendship we shared by means of out the years. you’ll by no means be forgotten,” whereas one other mentioned, “Relaxation in peace bro, you’re an actual legend and pioneer within the recreation, paved the way in which for lots of the business.”
DJ Paul of Three 6 Mafia eliminated his tribute put up as soon as he was instructed he was nonetheless alive and later commented, “Praying for you nevertheless you’re doing.” He has but to touch upon OG Maco’s demise.
