Voletta Wallace, the beloved mother of late rap icon Notorious B.I.G., has sadly passed away at the age of 72.
According to reports from TMZ, Wallace died this morning, February 21, in Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania, while in hospice care. She reportedly passed away from natural causes.
Voletta was thrust into the public eye following the tragic 1997 murder of her son, Christopher Wallace, popularly known as Notorious B.I.G. Over the years, she became a steadfast guardian of his legacy, playing a pivotal role in overseeing his estate and ensuring that his impact on hip-hop remained strong.
Beyond her son’s fame, Voletta was known for her resilience, grace, and dedication to keeping his memory alive through various projects, including documentaries, posthumous music releases, and the Christopher Wallace Memorial Foundation.
Fans and celebrities have since taken to social media to pay their respects, honoring the woman who raised one of hip-hop’s most influential figures.
May she rest in peace.