Cultural icon and artist Rikhado Makhado aka Riky Rick (34) has passed away on Wednesday morning (23 February 2022). The family confirmed his passing through a statement.
According to a report by Sunday World, it alleged the rapper took his life at his estate home in the north of Joburg on Wednesday morning.
“Several sources, who spoke to Sunday World, alleged that the muso hung himself with a rope after suffering from severe depression.
A source close to the situation alleged that the talented artist was found by his management team at his house at about 8.30am on Wednesday. They rushed him to the nearby hospital as he was still alive.”
The news come as shocking as many people were looking forward to the return of his concert Cotton Fest ‘22 – which is still scheduled to take place on 19 and 20 March 2022.
Below is the statement shared by the family:
The family of South African artist Riky Rick with profound sadness this afternoon confirmed his untimely passing.
Son, husband, father, brother and uncle, Riky ‘Ricky’ Makhado (34) sadly passed away in the early hours of this morning (23rd February) in Johannesburg.
Affectionately known as Riky Rick across the globe, he was deeply loved by his family, friends and the entire entertainment industry.
His love for family, friends and community is well known. Riky’s nurturing and developing of young musical talent is well documented, and will forever be remembered.
He leaves behind his wife, two children, his mother and five siblings.
The Makhado family humbly request privacy as they go through this extremely difficult period of grieving. The family has not appointed a spokesperson at this point and they ask that you please keep them in your prayers.
The family are also deeply thankful for and appreciates the countless messages of love and support received, These are felt deeply.
Details of the funeral and memorial will be confirmed at a later stage.
With much love and thanks, the Makhado family…
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