Hip-Hop Honors Irv Gotti at NYC Funeral

Irv Gotti, co-founder of Murder Inc. Records, was mourned by the hip-hop community at his funeral in New York City, following his death on February 5 at age 54 due to a second stroke. The service was attended by notable figures including Ja Rule, Jay-Z, Fat Joe, Ashanti, and others who gathered to honor his legacy. In an emotional eulogy, Ja Rule referred to Gotti as his 'brother' and credited him with changing his life. The ceremony concluded with a procession through Gotti's Queens neighborhood, passing significant locations from his life. Gotti's impact on the music industry was celebrated, with his contributions expected to influence future generations. Despite past feuds, even rival 50 Cent paid his respects in his own way.