Kanye’s mother dies suddenly

Dr. Donda West, Kanye West’s mother, suddenly died last night in the Los Angeles area. The cause of death was not released immediately.

Donda West was 58 years old and a recently retired professor of English at Chicago State University after 31 years who also served as a manager to her son in later years.

She had gained increased exposure through her recent book entitled Raising Kanye, a memoir on her relationship with her son in his childhood. The book led Donda West to appear on Oprah and The Ellen DeGeneres Show.

Kanye West chronicled his love for his mother in Hey Mama, a song from his 2005 album Late Registration.

Kanye was in London when he learned this tragic news and immediately ditched his commitments to catch a plane back to the U.S.

HipHopGalaxy send our condolences to Kanye and the family of Dr. Donda West.

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Kanye West Mother Passes Away Suddenly, by lucky [2007-11-16 08:53:56]

I feel your pain my guy my mother pass away to this is lucky from eastpoint g.a. in man keep your head in god be with u and yor family

Kanye West Mother Passes Away Suddenly, by N-GAGE [2007-11-15 21:59:13]

well 50’s mom was murdered when he was 8 i think that would be harder to deal with !

Kanye West Mother Passes Away Suddenly, by Naji & Tiffani [2007-11-12 19:21:34]

this is a message from Naji & Tiffani to Kanye West our prayers go out to you and your family..May God be your strenght and comfort.

Kanye West Mother Passes Away Suddenly, by Bruceta Rahming [2007-11-12 18:38:24]

may the Lord bless you and your family during this very sad time. GOD bless !

Kanye West Mother Passes Away Suddenly, by amanda [2007-11-12 18:29:48]

that is so sad it shows you that even if your rich dont mean anything it was a stupid way of dying she was a beutiful mother wow i cant even think what kanye is going through we all love you and dont giveup on hope thoses people that made a mistake on life you better pray to GOD but ya no yall being sued i dont no what i would do

Kanye West Mother Passes Away Suddenly, by [2007-11-12 14:00:31]

Very sad. It just goes to show you that there is no such thing as "safe surgery." Even cosmetic surgery can kill you. Our thoughts are with the family. On a different note, whoever wrote this article needs some grammar lessons. That first paragraph is one tangled mess.

Kanye West Mother Passes Away Suddenly, by sal governale ! [2007-11-12 11:36:31]

i am not such a rap fan, but in this matter i have a mother, so to all those out there who aree not doing right by your mom, please do and Mr. West my heart go out to you and your family, and i know it must be hard, but just take your time morning her and deal with the pain like a real man and with the help of god you will be fine, and i know it is easy said then done, but i know your mom did not raise a weak man, the best thing for you tot do now is to write a song about her and keep here spirit alive and always in your heart

1 love, Sal G !

Kanye West Mother Passes Away Suddenly, by Emmz [2007-11-12 03:22:30]

This is so sad.Many mothers of musicians are passing away. Warren G,Dre mother then Nas and now Kanye. Sorry for all of them. Bet even Mr Mathers wont wish that for his obsence mother. Stay strong and continue your music K West....

Kanye West Mother Passes Away Suddenly, by Rebecca Franklin [2007-11-11 23:29:35]

Kanye you are the best. Stay strong your mamma will always be with you and so will your fans. We are here for you. ILY. Listen to stronger......I know your going to be alright

Kanye West Mother Passes Away Suddenly, by kim [2007-11-11 23:06:51]

sorry to heard that my pray go out to u.

Kanye West Mother Passes Away Suddenly, by RAVEN MCCANTS [2007-11-11 21:59:46]

KANYE I LOVE YOU SOO MUCH.WORDS CAN’T EXPLAIN HOW IN SHOCKED I AM.KEEP YOUR HEAD UP,BECAUSE NO MATTER WHERE YOU ARE,YOUR MOTHER WILL BE THERE WITH YOU.LOVE YOU AND STAY POSITIVE.

Kanye West Mother Passes Away Suddenly, by [2007-11-11 21:36:03]

r.i.p.

in my prayers kanye