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DMX’s fiancée Desiree Lindstrom received a tattoo in honor of the late rapper who passed away Friday morning.
DMX – whose real name was Earl Simmons – and Lindstrom share the boy, Exodus (4), whose name was on the late rapper’s neck.
In a tribute to the late rapper “Ruff Ryders’ Anthem”, Lindstrom got a tattoo that reads’ Dog Love ‘, which is also the name of a song he released in 2006, with an’ X ‘in it. same font as the rapper. used to stylize his name. She lets the ink do Black ink crew artist Krystal Kills.
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“I feel honored to be able to do this memorial, but also sad,” the tattoo artist shared Sunday. “Your light was unsurpassed. Des @ desi123love I pray that you find your way through these dark times, and remember that the love you had for one another will not be bound up forever.
Kills added: “The world has lost an icon, but so has a great father. Pray for your family. REST IN POWER DMX. Thank you for inspiring us and giving Yonkers a voice. 🕊🙏🏽 You have the world moves and your stamp imprinted. 🙅🏽 ♀️ The city misses you. #Doglove #dmx # ripdmx # ruff riders. “
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Days before the death of DMX, Lindstrom, the star of the star, Tashera Simmons and Lindstrom, attended the vigilance to pray for Simmons and his recovery.
“We are very sad to announce today that our beloved, DMX, the birth name of Earl Simmons, passed away at the age of 50 in White Plains Hospital with his family by his side after being placed on life support for the past few days is, “his family said in a statement to PEOPLE.
The rapper and actor was hospitalized in the intensive care unit after suffering a heart attack in his home on April 2.
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“Earl was a warrior who fought to the end. He loved his family wholeheartedly and we cherish the times we spent with him,” the statement continued. “Earl’s music has inspired many fans around the world and his iconic legacy will live on forever. We appreciate all the love and support during this incredibly difficult time.”
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In an additional remark, the hospital that provided his care said: ‘White Plains Hospital expresses its sincere condolences to the family of Mr. Simmons, as well as his friends and legions of fans who expressed their unwavering support during this difficult time. Earl Simmons passed away peacefully with family present after suffering a catastrophic cardiac arrest. ‘