The Shakur Foundation Big Birthday Bash For Tupac

Mike Epps hosted the 1st annual Tupac Birthday All-Star Benefit Concert at The Tupac Amaru Shakur Center for the Arts in Atlanta to celebrate what would have been Tupac’s 38th birthday. No where else but the “A” could have honored the great Hip-Hop icon Tupac. Last night at The 1st annual Tupac Birthday All-Star Benefit Concert at The Tupac Amaru Shakur Center for the Arts you definitely could feel the love thanks to Ms. Afeni Shakur and Mike Epps. The unique partnership was created by Epps, who despite juggling a national comedy tour, promotion of the new DVD “Funny Bidness” and two box-office films, “Next Day Air” and “Janky Promoters”, decided to augment his schedule by honoring the late rapper’s birthday with a fund-raising event to support The Tupac Amaru Shakur Center for the Arts and an unforgettable birthday celebration.
“I’m a long-time fan of Pac’s music. It’s always been the soundtrack for overcoming struggle and when my life was in a desolate place it was his messages that helped bring me through,” says Epps. “I wouldn’t be where I am today if it wasn’t for his inspiration. It’s an honor for me to stand alongside his mother, Afeni Shakur in celebrating such a personal moment in her son’s history.”

There were presentations from DeKalb CEO’s office – a proclamation for Mike Epps and a painting given by 13 year actor & rapper Lil’ Dude. Co-hosted by M1 of Dead Prez, the stage held the presence of: Lil’ Scrappy, Young LA, Playaz Circle, 8Ball & MJG, Mika Means & Bun B.
“This concert celebration is an expression of my gratitude for all of Tupac’s fans for continuing to support and love my son. Pac’s life was a gift from God, “says Afeni Shakur. “We continue to carry on Pac’s legacy via his art and foundation.”

Thanks to Dee Dee M. Cocheta & Crystal B. of A.B.C. Publicity for making sure I got the shots I needed.