Big Boi and CeeLo Green lead tributes for Beatrice Wade, mother of the late Rico Wade.
- Her passing comes just months after the death of her son Rico Wade, known for his work with OutKast.
- Tributes highlight Beatrice’s role in the iconic Dungeon Family’s history.
- She hosted a reunion for the Atlanta-based group earlier this year.
- Rico Wade’s death at 52 brought the music world together in sorrow.
In a heartfelt gesture, Big Boi and CeeLo Green expressed their sadness over the passing of Beatrice Wade, mother of the late music producer Rico Wade. Her death was made public by Big Boi on Instagram with a touching message: ‘RIP Mama Wade.’
CeeLo Green echoed the sentiment by sharing the same photo on social media, captioned with words of love and condolences from the Dungeon Family collective. Organized Noize’s Sleepy Brown also mourned, saying, ‘Love you mama Wade.’
Beatrice’s passing leaves a gap in the hearts of many, just months after her son Rico Wade, who passed away at 52 due to heart failure. The cause of her death has not been disclosed.
Known as ‘The Mother Of The Dungeon Family,’ Beatrice Wade created a nurturing home environment for the likes of André 3000, Big Boi, and others to develop their music talents during the ’90s. Her home studio became a creative haven for the legendary group.
Earlier this year, she brought the Dungeon Family together for a reunion at her home, gathering musicians such as Killer Mike and members of Goodie Mob to honor her son Rico. This marked a celebration of life and music, strengthening bonds within the hip hop community.
Upon Rico Wade’s passing, Big Boi honored his contribution to music with a deeply emotional tribute, describing him as ‘the gateway to LA’ for artists like OutKast. He credited Rico and his partners for key steps in OutKast’s journey, underscoring their impact on the music scene.
The music world will remember and cherish the legacy of Mama Wade and her contributions to the iconic Dungeon Family.
