Drake, Alchemist, and other artists have paid tribute to Toronto battle rap legend Bishop Brigante after his death following a struggle with colorectal cancer.
His son announced Bishop’s passing at age 46 in an Instagram post on Sunday, March 30. “My father was many things, but at most he was a fighter,” his son wrote. “He overcame so many obstacles in his lifetime and not once said something was ‘impossible.’ I’ve spent the last 19 years learning from such an incredible man. An incredible man I’m so proud to call my father. Not only did he fight for himself, but he fought just as hard to make sure others wouldn’t go through the same trials.”
His son promised to keep his father’s legacy alive. “I am so grateful my father passed at peace while being surrounded by nothing but love and care,” he added. “Thank you to everyone who contributed to helping my father during these trying times, your gestures have not gone unnoticed.”
In the post’s comments section, several artists shared tributes to the Toronto legend. Drake expressed his condolences with emojis, while Royce Da 5’9 also paid his respects.
Producer Alchemist added, “‘Take that mirror down… NOW!’ RIP Bishop Brigante. Huge loss smh.”
Bishop Brigante made his name in Toronto’s battle rap world. He served as vice president of King of the Dot Entertainment, a rap battle league started by Travis “Organik” Fleetwood in 2008. Major artists like Method Man, Raekwon, and Drake attended and took part in the league’s events. Beyond battle rap, Brigante was also an actor and recording artist.
In an emotional Instagram tribute, Organik referred to the late rapper as his “older brother.”
