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Voletta Wallace, Mother of The Notorious B.I.G., Passes Away at 78

Voletta Wallace, an advocate for her son's legacy, the Notorious B.I.G., died at her home in Pennsylvania after hospice care.

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  2. Voletta Wallace, mother to Notorious BIG, dies at 78

    Wallace was a dedicated keeper of the legacy of her son, born Christopher Wallace.

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Updated: Feb 21st, 2025, 8:27 PM ET

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Voletta Wallace, aged 78, passed away in Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania, after a stint in hospice care. She dedicated herself to preserving the legacy of her son, Christopher 'Notorious B.I.G.' Wallace, who was murdered in 1997. Wallace initially dismissed her son's rap music but grew to appreciate his talent after his death. She founded the Christopher Wallace Memorial Foundation and contributed to the Netflix documentary 'Biggie: I Got a Story to Tell.' Her passing is mourned by many who remember her efforts to honor her son's memory and support other grieving families.

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