Rapper Cadet killed in crash en route to a gig. Tributes are pouring in for Cadet, the British rapper also known as Underrated Legend, who died in a car crash while on his way to perform at a gig.
He was 28. His cousin, fellow rapper Krept, was also killed in the accident on Saturday. The family of Cadet, whose real name is Blaine Cameron Johnson, posted the news on his Instagram account.
“Right now we the family appreciate your patience and will share with you any information as and when we can. Thanks for your support in advance,” the statement read. The IG account has since been set to private.
Twitter users have expressed shock and sadness at the death of the talented artist whose freestyles garnered him a huge international following.
RIP Cadet, one of the best storytellers to ever do it. 🥀 pic.twitter.com/QKjK9oZiqe
— PRICE (@Novelistprice) February 9, 2019
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Life is m so crazy🙏 RIP CADET sending love to your family at this sad time 💔#RIP pic.twitter.com/tCx4w1qQQJ
— Nadeyne Regina lewis (@NadeyneRegina) February 9, 2019
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RIP Cadet. It’s sad how we rarely ever appreciate and support hard working artists when they are alive. We will now start hearing how great he truly was 😞
— Musician/Sound Engineer – Audio Rehab ☔️ (@OrchestraArtist) February 9, 2019
Source: IOL News