00:00 Lil Tay's loved ones are mourning the loss of an internet sensation.
00:06 The teen rapper, whose real name is Claire Hope and who rose to fame online in 2018,
00:13 has passed away.
00:15 A statement shared to her Instagram on August 9th says, "It is with a heavy heart that we
00:21 share the devastating news of our beloved Claire's sudden and tragic passing.
00:27 We have no words to express the unbearable loss and indescribable pain.
00:32 This outcome was entirely unexpected and has left us all in shock."
00:38 The message goes on to share that Lil Tay's sibling, Jason, also died, which adds an even
00:45 more unimaginable depth to their family's grief.
00:49 "During this time of immense sorrow, we kindly ask for privacy as we grieve this overwhelming
00:55 loss.
00:57 As the circumstances surrounding Claire and her brother's passing are still under investigation."
01:04 The message concludes with a moving tribute to Lil Tay.
01:08 "Claire will forever remain in our hearts, her absence leaving an irreplaceable void
01:14 that will be felt by all who knew and loved her."
01:18 Lil Tay amassed a large following online back in 2018, after posting a series of videos
01:26 on Instagram and YouTube.
01:29 Prior to her death, Lil Tay had been off social media platforms for the past five years.
01:37 Her last Instagram post was dedicated to rapper XXXTentacion after his tragic death in June
01:45 of 2018.
01:48 She captioned her tribute quote, "X, you truly changed me.
01:52 You were there for me when everyone wanted me to fail.
01:56 You were there to give me advice.
01:58 You were there."
01:59 Lil Tay continued quote, "As a father figure, when I don't have one, you were here.
02:06 FaceTiming me and calling me for hours when I'm down.
02:10 Three hours ago you announced the charity event we were going to throw.
02:15 We had everything set up.
02:17 I can't believe this.
02:19 The evil in the world.
02:20 I love you bro."
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