Takeoff's manager has paid tribute to the 'beloved' Migos rapper.
The talented musician died at the age of 28 after he was gunned down in a fatal shooting in Houston, Texas, on Tuesday morning.
Takeoff, whose real name is Kirshnik Khari Ball, is said to have been playing a dice game with his bandmate Quavo when a fight broke out at 2.30am.
A shooter opened fire, killing Takeoff and injuring two others who were taken to hospital. Law enforcement rushed to the scene, where Takeoff was pronounced dead.
Bandmates Offset and Quavo are yet to make any public statement, real-life uncle Quavo was at the scene at the time of the incident.
"It is with broken hearts and deep sadness that we mourn the loss of our beloved brother Kirsnick Khari Ball, known to the world as Takeoff," his representative said.
"Senseless violence and a stray bullet has taken another life from this world and we are devastated. Please respect his family and friends as we all continue to process this monumental loss."
A Houston Police spokesperson told reporters Migos rappers Takeoff and Quavo were at the scene but will not be releasing the formal identity of the male deceased yet.
Footage of Quavo trying to help his bandmate has been seen by TMZ, with the heartbroken star calling for help as his nephew Takeoff lies on the ground fatally wounded.
The publication reports Quavo wasn't injured in the shooting.
Among those leaving heartfelt messages was Drake, who had featured on the band's hit song Walk It Talk It.
He wrote on Instagram : "Takeoff is an incredible man and a beautiful person all around.
"His energy was always beautiful filled wit so much love and so much great energy @yrntakeoff we love you brother."
Former Destiny's Child star Kelly Rowland also took to the platform to share her disbelief, writing: "Keeping his family in my prayers!! There are no words…"
While singer-songwriter Tayana Taylor said: "Please tell me this is just a bad dream pleaseeeeeeee I don’t want to believe this lil bro please."
Fellow rapper Ja Rule took to Twitter to urge such acts of violence to end. He said: "Rip Takeoff… this s*** has to STOP… sending love to friends and family."
And Outkast also used Twitter to share a message of condolence. Alongside an image of the star read the message "Rest in peace, Takeoff.
"Sending our deepest condolences and prayers to his family, friends and community of people touched by his craft."
Kylie Jenner, who is dating musician Travis Scott, shared one of Takeoff's songs to her Instagram Story and sadly said: "So many prayers.
"God cover this family. Heartbreaking. Gone too soon. Devastating," alongside a broken heart emoji.
