“Kenan & Kel” stars Kenan Thompson and Kel Mitchell paid tribute to Coolio after he died suddenly on Wednesday, September 28.
In 1996, Ken and Kel received their own original sitcom after appearing on the Nickelodeon sketch-comedy series “All That.” The show, set in Chicago, followed the adventures of two high school friends and aired for four years: from July 15, 1996, to July 15, 2000.
Although the show featured several famous guest stars, the opening theme, “Aw, Here It Goes” was actually composed by Coolio.
Kenan Thompson and Kel Mitchell Pay Tribute to ‘Kenan & Kel’ Theme Song Creator Coolio
Instagram Stories | Kenan Thompson
On Wednesday night, Kenan posted an Instagram Story mourning the news of Coolio’s passing. In another slide, the “Saturday Night Live” alum wrote, “D— homie!!! Rest in Power!!!”
The “Gangsta’s Paradise” rapper, 59, died while visiting a friend’s home in Los Angeles. According to his manager, Jarez Posey, the friend found Coolio unresponsive in his bathroom and called paramedics around 4pm local time.
EMTs reportedly found no signs of life when they arrived at the scene. A source told TMZ that paramedics continued to perform CPR on the rapper “for 3/4 of an hour before concluding it was futile.” No drug paraphernalia was found at the scene.
Instagram Stories | Kenan Thompson
In the immediate aftermath of his death, many of Coolio’s fans, famous friends and other musicians took to social media to pay tribute to the great talent. Kel Mitchell wrote a lengthy tribute to the late rapper on Instagram, where he shared several videos and photos of “West Up!” rapper.
“Rest in Heaven @coolio ! We just talked a few months ago laughing and having fun,” Kel recalled in the caption. “Many good memories with my brother! Back then first met you at ‘All That’ in the Good Burger sketch then you brought me on stage after your show to freestyle. Then created Kenan and Kel’s legendary theme song for @kenanthompson and me.”
“You did an interview the day of the intro shoot at Big Boys Neighborhood and all of Los Angeles was at Universal Studios city walk it was a party!!” he continued. “That time you heard about the Good Burger Pop up in Los Angeles and you hit me and the team up and said you want to make it part of your birthday weekend and we cut it!”
“The last thing you told me when we last spoke a few months ago, you told me you liked how I kept things positive and kept doing it. I will Coolio and thank you for sharing your light and your talent with all of us and thank you for inspiring so many people in your lyrics,” he concluded. “Rest in the hands of our Heavenly Father and pray that God comforts your family at this time . Much love brother!!!”
Many fans and followers expressed their condolences. “I will never forget Kenan & Kel’s theme song!” commented a fan. “Prayers to friends and family affected by his passing,” wrote another follower. “Praying for him, his family and all who love him,” said a third fan.
More Tributes Poured In For Legendary Rappers
I’m panicking I just heard my best friend Coolio died.
— Vanilla Ice (@vanila) September 29, 2022
Vanilla Ice, who toured with Coolio last year, tweeted, “I’m shocked I just heard my best friend Coolio passed away.”
RIP Coolio pic.twitter.com/Z53f3n6HDU
— Al Yankovic (@alyankovic) September 29, 2022
Pelik Al Yankovic shared his condolences and tweeted a photo of the two of them together.
This is sad news. I personally witnessed this man’s success to the top of the industry. Rest In Peace @Coolio https://t.co/vCeyn08Vsi
— Ice Cube (@icecube) September 29, 2022
Ice Cube tweeted, “This is sad news. I personally witnessed this man’s success to the top of the industry. Rest In Peace.”
My condolences and prayers to the family @Coolio 🙏🏾 #torn pic.twitter.com/vH68qVolRy
— Martin Lawrence (@realmartymar) September 29, 2022
“Bad Boys” actor Martin Lawrence tweeted, “My deepest condolences and prayers to the @Coolio family 🙏🏾 #rip.”
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