As Sunday’s were coming to a close, host took a moment to speak about the controversial rapper ‘s recent murder.
During the concluding portion of the in memoriam section, whereby the late artist’s image was broadcast last, Foxx took the opportunity to address the crime and violence perpetrated within and against the young African-American community, including some of hip-hop’s most legendary artists.
“I think we are too used to young people being killed — it’s like we don’t even trip anymore,” he said, “I was actually in Las Vegas, Tupac was gone.
Foxx then used the far-reaching topic as a segue into ‘s finale. “Our next performer, he went through a whole lot of grief, turned his life around,” he added, “Today he is celebrating 25 years of his debut album, .”
Several other artists commented on the loss of the slain rapper on the red-carpet leading up to the event, many remembering his talent and success while lamenting the situation.
“[It’s] really unfortunate,” said actor Christian Keyes, whose son was a fan of his music. “Clearly, he had millions of fans who loved him. I don’t know all the facts surrounding, but I hate that it happened and I know he didn’t deserve it,” he told PEOPLE.
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