Voletta Wallace, the mother of rap legend The Notorious B.I.G., has passed away at the age of 72, reportedly due to natural causes while in hospice care.
As the matriarch of one of hip-hop’s most influential figures, she played a crucial role in preserving and expanding her son’s legacy, transforming his estate from $10 million to an estimated $160 million.
Tributes have poured in from music icons, fans, and industry figures, honoring her dedication to keeping Biggie’s memory alive.
Many credit her with shaping the posthumous success of her son, overseeing documentaries, music releases, and the Christopher Wallace Memorial Foundation.
Her passing follows that of Afeni Shakur, mother of Tupac, underscoring the significant role these women played in hip-hop history.
As fans mourn, many reflect on her strength, resilience, and commitment to ensuring Biggie’s legacy endured beyond his untimely death.
The hip-hop world will forever remember her as more than just a mother—she was a force in preserving cultural history.
Source: OccupyGh.com
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