Quavo took to Instagram to pay tribute to his late Migos partner, Takeoff, on what would have been his 30th birthday. In a heartfelt post, he shared two photos of Takeoff and vowed to keep his legacy alive. Quavo began his message with, “Happy Birthday Take!!! A 30 ball damn bro the youngest out gang getting old boyy but today we celebrate no matter what we will always celebrate you and keep your name alive as long I’m here you are too twin it always have been like that and don’t nun change but the chains to infinity rocket man I love you. Lets get it!” The post was met with an outpouring of birthday wishes and kind messages from fans. Fellow artists such as Bobby Shmurda and Rich The Kid also left messages in the comments section.
In addition to commemorating Takeoff on Instagram, Quavo spent the day hosting the inaugural Rocket Foundation Summit at the Carter Center in Atlanta. During the event, he engaged in discussions with Vice President Kamala Harris about gun violence. Quavo expressed his ongoing struggle with grief, saying, “It’s super hard every day. I’m still crying. I’m still grieving. I’m still mourning.” He found solace in the presence of Vice President Harris and other survivors of gun violence, stating, “Just to look behind me and see that I got the VP and guys like Greg Jackson and other survivors that actually fell victim to the same thing, I know that I’m not alone. This is my second calling. This is very personal to me. That’s what makes my drive and motivation to go even harder.”
Quavo’s dedication to honoring Takeoff’s memory while advocating against gun violence highlights his commitment to making a positive impact in the wake of his partner’s tragic passing. His heartfelt messages and proactive efforts to address gun violence underscore the deep bond he shared with Takeoff and his determination to keep his legacy alive.