Tyrese has received a wave of support in the wake of his family’s loss.
Nicole Scherzinger, Swizz Beatz, Soulja Boy and More Sends Condolences to Tyrese Gibson Following News of His Mother's Death
Earlier this week, the 43-year-old Grammy-nominated R&B singer and actor announced the death of his mother, Priscilla Murray Gibson ─ Tyrese mother was admitted to the hospital in early February. He shared the initial news on IG, writing that he was in the middle of filming when he found out his mother had been hospitalized.
“My mother is in a coma, in ICU, with Pneumonia and she caught Covid they got her so sedated she can’t breathe or even eat on her own,” he wrote on Feb. 5. “This has been going on all week I haven’t posted [I’m doing it this time cause I feel helpless this is my cry for help.”
On (Feb. 14.), Gibson shared the news in an Instagram post that featured emotional, heartfelt video. “On behalf of my family and everyone who ever spent anytime praying for my mother This is the saddest moment of my life………. My sweet Valentine just passed away…..,” he wrote alongside a video of him holding his mom’s hand.
He continued, “May the lord Jesus Christ and his angels open the doors of heavens and embrace her………. We as a family are broken and just can’t believe this……. May the lord Jesus Christ honor your walk with him and embrace you into the heavens.”
Snoop Dogg knows firsthand what losing a mother feels like. His mother Beverly Tate passed away last October and he was one of the first to offer Tyrese his support.
“Stay strong,” he wrote. “I’ll come c u this week if u like to pray with u and hug u.” Condolences are pouring in for Tyrese from several of his other celebrity friends, including LaLa Anthony, Michael Blackson, D.L. Hughley, Soulja Boy, Trina, Swizz Beatz, Brandy and Fast & Furious co-star Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson. The Rock’s comment was particularly emotional considering the two were once at odds.
“So so sorry about this brother,” he said. “She was so proud of all you are and have become. Deepest condolences & love sent your way to you and your family.”
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