Some voices never leave us. Family, friends, fellow comedians, activists and admirers gathered to celebrate the life of the legendary Dick Gregory, and among them was Atlanta’s own Killer Mike, who paid his respects to a man he calls far more than a comedian. In our exclusive video, Mike reflects on his personal relationship with Mr. Gregory and the wisdom the icon poured into him, and he also shares heartfelt words about his brother T.I. and the bond between them. It is a powerful, thoughtful moment from a day devoted to honoring a giant.
Dick Gregory, who passed away in August at the age of 84, changed America with a microphone. He broke barriers as a groundbreaking comedian in the 1960s, then walked away from easy money to stand on the front lines of the Civil Rights Movement with Dr. King, later dedicating his life to activism, health and telling the truth no matter who it made uncomfortable. To hear a voice of this generation like Killer Mike — an artist who has carried that same torch of social commentary in his music and his community work — speak on what Mr. Gregory meant to him is to watch that legacy pass from one generation to the next.
Mike also opened up about T.I., speaking with respect and brotherhood about Tip, a fellow Atlanta trailblazer who has helped carry the city’s voice and its conscience around the world. On a day set aside for reflection and gratitude, his words were a reminder that the men and women who speak for the people stand on the shoulders of elders like Dick Gregory — and that it is now on them to keep speaking. We join Atlanta and the world in saluting Mr. Gregory’s family, and we thank them for sharing him with us for 84 remarkable years. Rest in power, King.
Please keep the Gregory family in your prayers. Watch Killer Mike’s full heartfelt remarks in our exclusive video above, and visit the gallery below to see more from this celebration of life.
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