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‘We miss you dearly,’ – Legends Barber remembering Riky Rick

3y By Silindokuhle Booi

The South African hip-hop music industry has lost a few great artists.

South African rapper and singer Rikhado Muziwendlovu Makhado professionally known as Riky Rick died two years ago.

This caused a sting to many lives, organisations and businesses he touched, one of them being the Legends Barber shop.

Taking to Instagram, they shared a picture with Riky looking down and holding hands as if they were praying.

In the caption they wrote, “It is hard to believe that it has been two years since you left us. Your passing has left a void in our business and in our hearts that can never be filled.”

“Your passion for our work was contagious, and your professionalism set a high standard for us all to follow. Your wisdom and guidance were invaluable, and your absence is keenly felt in our team,” they added.

Concluding the caption, they wrote, “Your memory continues to inspire us to strive for excellence and to uphold the values that you embodied. We miss you dearly [red heart emoji] #RikyRickForever.”

Social media users shared their thoughts:

“Mr Makhado he’s not just legend he’s a @legends_barber.”

“We multiply,” wrote another one.

Other social media users took to X (formerly Twitter) to share their thoughts.

One X user wrote that it’s been two years since he died, and they asked users to share their favourite Riky moments.

Another one shared the moment: “Y’all remember when Riky Rick did this??, It was so crazy, and the awards were discontinued for years, funny that they brought them back after he passed away… RIP Makhado.”

Also see:Convicted kwaito star Bricks doesn’t qualify for special remission nor parole

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