Funeral of Mobb Deep’s Prodigy Open to the Public in NYC

Last week, Prodigy, one-half of Mobb Deep, died because of complications from sickle cell anemia. But on Thursday, the public will have the opportunity to attend the hip-hop legend’s funeral in New York City. Suggested Reading February 2026 Books By Black Authors We Can’t Wait to Read The Sad Reason Teddy Riley Will Never Reunite…

Last week, Prodigy, one-half of Mobb Deep, died because of complications from sickle cell anemia. But on Thursday, the public will have the opportunity to attend the hip-hop legend’s funeral in New York City.

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A special viewing service will be held at the Frank E. Campbell funeral home in Manhattan from 2-5 p.m., and open, public visitation will be allowed for family, friends and fans.

Just shortly before his death, Prodigy was on tour in Las Vegas, but he was rushed to the hospital after his last performance June 17 and died June 20.

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