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Drake Pledges To Pay Off Fan's Late Mother's Mortgage

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Drake made a heartwarming gesture during his recent concert at the T-Mobile Center in Kansas City, Missouri, by promising to pay off the mortgage of a fan's late mother. The Grammy-winning artist paused his performance to interact with the crowd and fulfill the fan's request. The fan handed Drake a note requesting to settle the outstanding balance on their late mother's house, which amounted to $160,000. Without hesitation, Drake announced to the audience that he would cover the entire amount personally, expressing his condolences and love for the fan's mother, Jennifer Schumer.

This act of generosity is not an isolated incident for Drake. Just days before this concert, he pledged $25,000 to a fan in Buffalo who shared her cancer journey through a sign. Earlier in the month, he donated $100,000 to another fan who had beaten cancer, commending their strength and resilience.

Aside from his charitable acts on tour, Drake has been sharing more personal moments with his fans. He recently posted a touching image on Instagram featuring his mother, Sandi Graham, attending one of his shows with J. Cole. In the photo, Graham can be seen smiling proudly, with a message on her phone expressing her emotions about her son's success.

Drake's ongoing tour with J. Cole, titled 'It's All a Blur Tour: Big as the What?', began in February in Tampa, Florida, and is set to conclude in April in Denver. The tour has not only showcased his musical talents but also highlighted his deep connection with his fans and family.

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