Memorial for Slain Activist and Rapper Nipsey Hussle Draws Thousands to Los Angeles Staples Center
Written by Staff Writer on April 13, 2019
In a “Celebration of Life” Memorial for Slain Activist and Rapper Nipsey Hussle, tens of thousands came from all over the state and beyond to mourn, honor and celebrate the life and contributions of Hussle. The 21,000 capacity Los Angeles Staples Center had an overflow crowd of attendees.
“Ermias was more than a hip-hop artist: He was a voice; he was a brilliant mind, and the spirit of God was in his life,” said Nation of Islam leader Louis Farrakhan who spoke at the Service.
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