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Virgil Abloh's memorial service was held on Monday in his hometown of Chicago at the Museum of Contemporary Art.
A-listers and close friends of the late Louis Vuitton and Off-White designer including Kanye West, Kim Kardashian Rihanna, Drake and more all gathered to pay their respect.
Abloh tragically passed on Sunday, November 28 at the age of 41 following a private battle with cardiac angiosarcoma and had sought a number treatments before his death.
A beautiful life: A-listers and close friends of the late Virgil Abloh including Kanye West, Kim Kardashian Rihanna, Drake and more all gathered to pay their respect at his memorial service on Monday held at the Chicago Museum of Contemporary Art
Gone too soon: Abloh tragically passed on Sunday, November 28 at the age of 41 following a private battle with cardiac angiosarcoma and had sought a number treatments before his death
There was not a dry eye in the room as celebrities, family and friends gathered at 12PM on December 6 to celebrate the life of Abloh in a large room which was adorned with several extravagant floral displays.
The tearful day included a moving performance by a tearful Lauryn Hill, and eulogies from many including his wife Shannon Abloh and Tyler The Creator who also broke down.
Stories about the prolific designer's life were shared and Pastor Don C spoke as well to a room of hundreds.
A memorial pamphlet read 'A service in loving memory of Virgil Abloh' and featured an image of the designer on the back cover.
Devastating loss: Kanye West was in attendance as he paid respect to his long-term collaborator and lifelong friend
Condolences: Rihanna and A$AP Rocky were in attendance to celebrate the life of the late Louis Vuitton and Off-White designer as well
