Tragic Loss: Iconic Rapper Mack Maine Mourns Son's Passing at Age 20
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Hip-Hop Heartbreak: Mack Maine Mourns Tragic Loss of 20-Year-Old Son Isaiah
The streets are talking, and it's with a heavy heart that we share the devastating news that rapper Mack Maine has suffered an unimaginable loss - his 20-year-old son, Isaiah, passed away due to a seizure just under two weeks ago. The New Orleans native took to social media on Monday to express his grief and gratitude in a heartfelt statement that left fans stunned.
In a post that quickly went viral, the 43-year-old Every Girl artist revealed the tragic circumstances surrounding his son's passing, describing it as "a pain I've personally never felt before." He prefaced his emotional statement by admitting he'd been struggling to muster the strength to share the news, saying, "I've been trying to build up the strength to put up this post since last night."
As reported on thescholarlynote.com, Mack Maine, whose real name is Jermaine Anthony Preyan, shared that his son Isaiah, affectionately known as Zeke, passed away on July 16th at his home in California. The rapper candidly expressed his shock and confusion, saying, "I'm still in shock and still processing the fact that he's gone; I'm still confused, still questioning life and why my child and not me."
Maine also found solace in the spiritual implications of Isaiah's passing, writing, "I know I am/was his father while he was here in the flesh but now he's ascended to rejoin OUR Father God in the spirit and his ancestors who also loved him dearly like his grandfather (my dad) and his grandmother."
The hip-hop community quickly rallied around Mack Maine, with notable figures like Nicki Minaj, 2 Chainz, Tyga, Lauren London, and Lala Anthony offering their condolences. Minaj, in particular, was overcome with emotion, saying, "I don't even believe what I just read... This can't be real. I love you so much." She described Isaiah as "the most incredible young man" and "such a perfect boy."
Other celebrities echoed her sentiments, with 2 Chainz writing, "Bru im so sorry to hear this, praying for you and the fam I love ya bru," and Tyga posting a broken heart emoji followed by a white dove. Reginae Carter simply said, "I love you so much... praying for you." Just Brittany added, "I'm so sorry this happened... its so crazy you was on my spirit out of no where 2 days ago and I came to your page."
As if the loss of his son wasn't enough, Monday also marked Mack Maine's birthday, as well as the anniversary of his father's passing in 2023. He acknowledged these milestones, saying, "For those that know me know today's my birthday and also the day my pops passed... It's been 2 years since he's transitioned but it feels like 2,000."
In a call to action, Maine urged his fans to cherish their loved ones, writing, "Today if you all are reading this and would like to do sumthin for me for my bday, I ask that you hug the ones you love and squeeze em tight... if you can't hug em call em to tell them you love them..."
As he wrapped up his post, Mack Maine paid tribute to both his late son and father, saying, "To Zeke I love you and I know I'll see you again. To my Pops I miss you big dawg and I know you met Zeke on the other side with open arms." He concluded by vowing to continue making his fans proud, asking them to walk alongside him through this difficult time.
Rest in peace, Isaiah.
