Romeo Miller and Master P

Chief P and Snoop Dogg are using their star power to help the family of a murdered basketball game prodigy in Los Angeles.

Principal P wears many hats in the hip-hop game, and there'due south no limit to his efforts to effect modify in Black lives. Following the murder of Compton teenage basketball star Semaj Miller, he took on the part of activist and customs leader, bringing awareness to the aspiring hoopster'due south immense potential and tragic end. Sharing scenes of the youngster'south vigil via his Instagram, the rapper solicited national attention for yet another youth with a promising future whose life was snuffed out early due to gang violence. Tapping electric current NBA heavyweights in his heartfelt message, he also helped get-go a GoFundMe account to help the teen's family unit who've been shaken by his violent death.

The standout small forward who was gunned down in South Los Angeles on July 29 would've fabricated information technology "straight to the NBA" according to his high school omnibus. Master P, whose existent proper noun is Percy Miller, is not related to the slain prodigy simply became shut to him through his ongoing outreach. "I've been taking care of the kids in Compton for over 22 years, they telephone call me Coach P. Semaj could have been the adjacent @demar_derozan, #KawhiLeonard, @iambarondavis, @russwest44 @caronbutler @ygtrece @iamraymondbrothers #JamesHarden or @kingjames , simply he was gunned downwardly in LA, now nosotros volition never know," Miller said. "I'k praying for the family, for their peace and justice. We are supposed to exist preparing our kids for college non for a funeral. R.I.P. young superstar Semaj Miller. I know you lot are balling upwards at that place in heaven, you will never exist forgotten. @snoopdogg @lakers @laclippers".

Following up with a short video including his son Mercy who was a friend of Semaj and also the aforementioned historic period, he spoke on the "messed upwards environments" that a lot of youngsters are exposed to that ends upwards beingness their downfall in i manner or some other. Adding that he'd be covering funeral costs, both Master P and his son encouraged donations to the grieving family who it seems intends to vacate the area every bit the assailant has not yet been arrested. Snoop Dogg, who's an avid basketball fan and close friend of the New Orleans mogul, has as well stepped in to assist and promote the GoFundMe page.

Aside from being a hip-hop heavyweight and accomplished businessman, Master P likewise had a career stint on the court. Playing for the Toronto Raptors and the Charlotte Hornets at ane point, it's obvious why Semaj's death stings the mode it does for the emcee. "Who'due south gonna come back and have intendance of the hood if nosotros kill all the future superstars?", the "Gone" rapper asked. "To be half dozen'vii at 14, he was a special kid but he also had a skilful center. As Parents, we accept to start spending more fourth dimension with our kids. This family can use your help HERES THE LINK TO HIS Get FUND ME (Semaj Miller) Salute Snoop Dogg for stepping up and supporting!" Miller said.