Rapper Goonew: Bliss Nightclub Issues Apology Amid Disturbing Homegoing
After the embalmed body of rapper Goonew was seen standing upright inside a D.C. nightclub for his homegoing celebration, the venue is now issuing an apology.
“Our deepest condolences to Goonew’s family, friends, and fans,” the club wrote in a statement issued to XXL. “Bliss was contacted by a local funeral home to rent out our venue for Goonew’s home-going celebration.”
Adding, “Bliss was never made aware of what would transpire. We sincerely apologize to all those who may be upset or offended. Please keep Goonew’s family and friends in your prayers at this difficult time. Respectfully, Bliss DC.”
A video of Goonew standing among the crowd quickly went viral earlier this week and showed fans of the artist gathering in the club and taking photos; entry passes were required for his “celebration of life” event, TK notes.
According to Complex, the corpse of the late Maryland rapper (born Markelle Antonio Morrow) was said to be viewed at what is being called as a “final show.”
The 24-year-old was shot and killed back in March in District Heights, Maryland, Prince George County Police Department confirms. There is a $25,000 reward for information that can lead law enforcement to an arrest of a suspect connected in the shooting, WTOP reports.
