Rapper Erica Banks dropped clues following Rich Homie Quan’s death. Banks implied the two’s secret relationship in a heartfelt tribute post on social media, prompting immediate backlash from fans and critics.
Just hours after his tragic passing, Banks shared a series of intimate photos and videos in a heartfelt yet surprising tribute post, suggesting she and the late rapper shared more than just a friendship.
On Thursday, Sept. 5, several members of the entertainment community took to social media to announce the sudden passing of Rich Homie Quan. Jacquees.
At only 34 years old, the Atlanta rapper was found dead in his home.
At the time of his death, Rich Homie Quan was committed to raising their two children together with his long-time girlfriend, Amber Williams.
Though Amber has not posted a statement about Rich’s death on Instagram, as she appears to be mourning the death of her grandmother at the same time, she does have an entire Instagram story dedicated to her relationship with Rich.
However, Amber is not the only woman in Quan’s life who is mourning him. Within hours of reports that the Southern rhymer had died, the Buss It rapper Erica Banks revealed moments of herself and the late rapper Rich Homie Quan being cozy with each other.
Banks’ now-deleted post included a video of Quan planting kisses on her face and another slide showing him appearing to lie in her lap. A final post in Bank’s carousel seemed to show a text she received from Quan in which he confessed his interest in her.
Erica captioned the post, “All you wanted was to find happiness again. I always saw it in your face and heard it in your voice. But you had so much left to do.”
Banks continued her post by explaining that Quan had upcoming milestones, such as the start of his tour, his album, and his birthday on October 4th.
“I’m just glad we were able to enjoy such peaceful and memorable moments while you were here, man. Such a sweetheart! Rest in Paradise, Quan.”
While many fans expressed their sympathy and condolences, others, including rapper Akbar V, accused Banks of exploiting Quan’s death to generate controversy and attention. She questioned the timing of the post and Banks’ decision to reveal such personal information so soon after the tragedy.
