In a late Friday night Instagram Story, Chris tagged his friend Courtland Young, who subsequently posted his own message. Courtland expressed his inability to respond to all the direct messages he received, emphasizing his strong bond with Chris and his unwavering support for him. He asserted that those who were close to Chris could understand the situation better and urged people to refrain from commenting on matters they knew nothing about.
“I can’t speak about this right now, but I’ve been in touch with his family and close friend,” Courtland added passionately. Filled with anger and sorrow, he exclaimed, “I simply witnessed a close friend take his own life, and now I’m being questioned? Get the f**k out!”
Courtland urged his followers to respect the grieving process of Chris’s family and allow the necessary arrangements to be made. DJ Scheme, a 26-year-old rapper from the industry, expressed his condolences on X (formerly known as Twitter), simply stating, “RIP.” He followed up by questioning the circumstances, exclaiming, “Damn dumbass, what the heck?” DJ Scheme concluded his message with, “Rest in peace, Chris King.”
Numerous followers expressed their shock and disbelief upon hearing the devastating news. One user on X couldn’t contain their astonishment and exclaimed, “What?!?” Another user questioned the authenticity of the news, asking, “Damn, bro, is it real?” The same person went on to express their disbelief, saying, “I can’t believe this s**t.” Three individuals echoed the sentiment by saying, “No way… RIP, man.”
The loss of Chris King has left a profound impact on the music community, and Justin Bieber’s heartfelt tribute serves as a reminder to cherish our loved ones and support those facing unimaginable loss. Let us join him in keeping the memory of Chris alive and offering comfort to his grieving family.
