Drake, Quavo, Cardi B, Offset, Chloe Bailey & More Remember Takeoff During Emotional Star-Studded Atlanta Funeral

Drake, Quavo, Cardi B, Offset, Chloe Bailey & More Remember Takeoff During Emotional Star-Studded Atlanta Funeral

One thing is for sure, it’s clear that Takeoff was greatly loved by his family, friends, and fans.

Today (Nov. 11) thousands gathered in Atlanta at the State Farm Arena for a Celebration of Life service for Migos member Takeoff. Reportedly, the venue – which can hold 20,000 people – reached full capacity shortly after tickets became available to the public on Tuesday (Nov. 8). As expected, in addition to the fans that arrived to give Takeoff, born Kirshnik Ball, their final goodbyes, countless celebrities showed up to pay their respects as well.

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According to a press release reportedly sent prior to the gathering, there was a “strict no photo and no video policy” inside of the venue. However, that didn’t stop people from recording moments from the emotional service. During the funeral, Drake took the stage to speak about his friendship with Takeoff. The Canadian native reflected on Takeoff’s ability to make him laugh. He shared,

“Whenever he would take his shades off he had this thing about him that I loved. No matter what was going on around us he was like always kind of squinting but like, his eyes were wide open.”

? Drake speaks at Take Off ‘s Funeral in Atlanta#lltakeoff #takeoff #riptakeoff #drake pic.twitter.com/yY7nlcPhsn

— CulturedUpdates (@CulturedUpdatez) November 11, 2022

Other video footage that was recorded by fans revealed an emotional Offset asking God for strength. He said,

“Lord, give us the strength…I don’t want to question you God.”

He added,

“I believe in you father.”

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Offset wasn’t the only Migos member that spoke about the late rapper. Quavo, who was present when his family member/groupmate was fatally shot, said,

“You always with me and we did everything together. Since we was kids you been by my side, looking up at me with them eyes…waiting on me to make the next move and you’d follow right behind me. You always made sure I did it first so you could do it right with me.”

He added,

“You never competed with me. We were always on the same team.”

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Reports claim that Offset’s wife Cardi B was also in attendance. Prior to the funeral, in photos, obtained by Page Six, Offset, Quavo, and Cardi B were spotted in all-black as they stood around an SUV. This was reportedly the first time the rappers were seen in public following Takeoff’s death.

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Cardi B and Offset headed to Takeoff’s funeral. ???? pic.twitter.com/2ozYnY6iH6

— TrishFabb ???? (@trish_fabb) November 11, 2022

Chloe Bailey also took to the stage during the service and gave a moving performance of “Heaven” by Beyoncè.

? Chole Bailey performing Heaven by Beyoncè at Takeoff’s Funeral service.

Long Live Takeoff ??#lltakeoff #takeoff #riptakeoff #chloebailey pic.twitter.com/EeuHHcC8Zw

— CulturedUpdates (@CulturedUpdatez) November 11, 2022

Previous reports claimed that Justin Bieber would be giving a musical performance during the service as well. According to fans, the 28-year-old did show up to the Atlanta funeral and performed “Ghost.”

Fans also shared footage of Takeoff’s departure from the service.

Takeoff's Funeral: Fans sending Some love while Takeoff Departures State Farm Arena for his.
Long Live Takeoff and Rest in Power ??#RIPTakeoff #Takeoffriphttps://t.co/Os1LGzTlSL

— Albanus 10 (@Kiswili_10) November 11, 2022

As previously reported, Takeoff, one-third of the Migos Hip-Hop group, was fatally shot at a bowling alley in Houston, Texas on Tuesday (Nov.1). As of now, no arrested have been made. He was only 28 years old at the time of his passing.

Our thoughts and prayers continue to be with the loved ones of Takeoff during this difficult time.