Both the music industry and the world has lost a titan," the statement concluded.
His hits included the Notorious B.I.G.
It just lined up.
Chucky Thompson.Kris Connor/Getty Images
“I’d just signed my deal at 24 years old,” he recalled.
“At that particular time for everybody, it was crazy energy around.
We were working on B.I.G.
Getting that Grammy nomination almost made me feel like anything was possible.
It just solidified all of the things that were happening to me.”
“There is nothing I can write that will take away this pain.
“You were the kindest person the world has ever seen.
You were the most gifted musician I have ever been around.
You treated me like family from day one.
You put me in rooms with Biggie.
I will forever be in your debt and I will forever be your little brother.
This one hurts so bad I can’t even explain it.
RIP @chucklife365 there will never be another you!”
On Monday afternoon, Combs also posted a tribute to his late friend.
“I’ve been in shock most of the day.
I love you Chucky.
One of the greatest of all time.
You will be truly missed.
Love, Puff.”
Blige also posted about Thompson’s passing.
I just spoke to this man last month!
We were discussing our plans to work together again.
He was an angel sent to help me weather my storm.
Now my brother and my friend returned to where all angels and beautiful people like him come from.
RIP to one of the best who’s ever done it.
This is soooo sad.
Too many people leaving too soon.”
This article has been updated with social media posts from Sean Combs and Mary J. Blige.
