Voletta Wallace, the mother of legendary rapper Notorious B.I.G., has died at the age of 72 in hospice care, reportedly from natural causes. A single mother who emigrated from Jamaica, she played a pivotal role in her son’s career, managing his estate after his death. She founded the Christopher Wallace Memorial Foundation, expanding arts access in New York City, and was instrumental in the renaming of a Brooklyn street in his honor. Her legacy of love and dedication to the arts and her son's influence in hip-hop will be remembered.
Voletta Wallace, the mother of Notorious B.I.G., passed away at 72, leaving behind a legacy as a matriarch of rap and a champion of arts education.
Wallace dedicated her life to celebrating her son’s music and founded the Christopher Wallace Memorial Foundation, advocating for access to arts programs in NYC.
Originally from Jamaica, Wallace played a critical role in Biggie's career and appeared in his 'Juicy' video, representing her pride in his success.
Despite the loss, Wallace’s contributions to hip-hop culture and her advocacy for arts education will resonate in Brooklyn and beyond.
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