South African rapper, songwriter, singer, composer, actor, entrepreneur, fashion designer Rikhado Muziwendlovu Makhado known professionally as Riky Rick has passed way. He was 34 years old.
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Riky Rick was the founder and owner of record label Cotton Club Records. He was also a member of Boyz N Bucks.
Speaking to Drum, the family spokesperson of Riky Rick, Sheikani Makhado, confirmed to the publication that he Riky Rick died on the morning of 23 February 2022, but could not divulge any further details.
I’ll return a stronger man. This land is still my home.
— MR MAKHADO (@rikyrickworld) February 23, 2022
“The family is still meeting, and we will release a statement in due course. We ask for your understanding.”
Close friends are in disbelief. They do not wish to be named until the family has released an official statement.
“I spoke to him on Monday about a project I was working on.”
Another says Riky died on his way to hospital.
“Riky spoke about his depression and he was doing okay. He stopped taking drugs many years ago and that was never a secret. I don’t know what might have triggered this. But we will pray for Bianca and the kids.”
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.
RIP: Riky Rick
The multi-award winning musician has passed.
He was 34. #RIPRikyRick pic.twitter.com/MP7oJvtvtE
— Kgopolo (@PhilMphela) February 23, 2022
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