According to TMZ Voletta Wallace, the mother of late rap legend The Notorious B.I.G., has passed away at the age of 78. The Monroe County Coroner confirmed that she died of natural causes on Friday morning in Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania
Wallace was highly admired for her work in taking care of the estate of her son, Christopher Wallace, who is better known as Biggie Smalls. Her commitment helped keep his memory alive after he sadly died in 1997 at the age of 24 in a drive-by shooting.
The Expansion of Biggie Smalls’ Estate Under Wallace’s Guidance
After Biggie was killed, Voletta Wallace his mother managed his estate and carefully handled business deals to help increase the rapper’s impact and money even after his death.
When Biggie died, his belongings were thought to be worth $10 million. However, under Wallace’s leadership, that amount reportedly increased to an impressive $160 million, according to TMZ.
Her careful planning made sure that Biggie Smalls’ music, image, and legacy stayed profitable and important, helping new generations discover his art.
Wallace’s Lasting Impact and Link to Hip-Hop History
Voletta Wallace, mother of The Notorious B.I.G not only handled Biggie’s estate but also actively spoke out for justice in her son’s unsolved murder case, frequently asking for answers about his sad death.
She passed away just a few months after making some controversial comments about Sean “Diddy” Combs, the former owner of Bad Boy Records. Diddy, who signed Biggie in 1993, is now dealing with several legal problems, including accusations of rape, and he is waiting for his trial.
Biggie’s career started to grow after he signed with Diddy’s Bad Boy Records, making him one of the most famous rap stars of his time. Even after he passed away, his impact on hip-hop culture is still strong, thanks in part to his mother working hard to keep his memory alive.
Many people are paying tribute to Voletta Wallace
After hearing about Wallace’s death, fans, music lovers, and people in the industry have gone to social media to remember her life and what she contributed. Many people say that she helped keep Biggie’s music popular over time. Others admire her for being a strong and caring mother who turned her sadness into success.
As the hip-hop community feels sad about her passing, Wallace will be remembered as a caring mother, a strong businesswoman, and someone who protected the memory of Biggie Smalls.
