Rapper Rich Homie Quan dead aged 34

The platinum-selling artist from Atlanta died on Thursday at his home in the city, according to his family and a representative from the Fulton County morgue.

His family told TMZ that they were "shattered and heartbroken by his sudden death."

A cause of death has not yet been confirmed.

Rich Homie Quan, real name Dequantes Lamar, burst onto the scene in 2013 with his breakout hit Type of Way.

He went on to release songs such as 'Flex (Ooh, Ooh, Ooh)' and 'Ride Out,' and became a huge name in the rap scene in the mid-2010s.

During his career, he collaborated with big names such as 2 Chainz, Young Thug, Gucci Mane and Trinidad James.

He was also nominated for a number of BET (Black Entertainment Television) and BET Hip Hop Awards, including best new artist and the people's champ award.

Tributes have poured in from across the world of rap following the news of his passing.

Singe Jacquees wrote on X:  “Rest in Peace my brother Rich Homie Quan. I love you for life."

In a later post, he shared a picture of the rapper and labelled him a "legend."

In a tribute on Instagram, 2 Chainz said: "Dam lil brother, we just spoke about shooting a video, special prayer for you and your family, and pray for any and everybody that’s dealing with something my condolences bru".

Rapper Quavo also shared a post in memory of him. Sharing a picture of himself alongside Rich Homie Quan and a number of other artists, he wrote: "May God be with us, never saw this being apart of our journey".

And Megan Thee Stallion described him as "one of the best" in her own social media tribute.