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Jim Jones, Serena Williams & More Walk Runway in Off-White Paris Fashion Week Show

Jim Jones, Serena Williams & More Walk Runway in Off-White Paris Fashion Week Show

Jim Jones adds high-fashion runway model to his multi-hyphenate profile as he hits the runway with an all-star cast as part of this year’s Off-White show on Monday (February 28) at Paris Fashion Week. 

The Harlem native surprised fans of his involvement in the Fall-Winter 2022/2023 by Virgil Abloh (In memoriam) show with a series of Instagram posts that ranged from the entertainer eating in Paris to sitting in the make-up chair, preparing to walk to walking the runway in an all-egg plant Off-White outfit with a lavender undershirt. Jones walked with icons in both fashion and sports like Serena Williams, Cindy Crawford, and Kendell Jenner.

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“Talkin bout my walk told u I’m a #RunwaySteppa I’m back on my DiddyBop had to put that shit a n real quick,” Jim Jones wrote in an Instagram caption with video of him posing in front a chandelier, in the center of the Off White showroom. “yal mad cause I’m a runway model a rapper and a trainer lol Came to the @off____white fashion in my @off____white turn it to a splashin show.”

It was a proud moment for Jones and Hip Hop as well. The Harlem native was showered with praise by peers and fans alike in the hip hop community on social media throughout the entire fashion show. Commentary ranging from celebratory to comic relief.

“I’m just gonna say this you get it from your mama! Do the damn thing! You got to love him! Because I love him all the way up to God,” Mama Jones, Jim Jones’ mother, comments.

“Legendary sh*t,” Yella Beezy comments. “1 time for Harlem @jimjonescapo,” Kanye West captioned soon after in an Instagram story showing Jim Jones walking the runway. “Walking like you had it on you and the boys was getting close,” followed media correspondent Wayno, who wrote on Jim Jones’ Instagram post.

“Gooooooooo jimmy,” Fat Joe commented with fire emoji.

“cat walk capo!” commented Angie Martinez with three fire emojis.

“I never saw you walk like that before? Lol,” Maino comments with wide-eyed face emoji.

“The Artist Formerly Known As Capo,” Dave East comments with six hilarious laughing-faced emojis.

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In other news, several days before the show, Jones shared that he was in the studio with the Migos working on new music. The two acts recently collaborated on Jim Jones’s latest project Gangsta Grillz: We Set The Trends, hosted by DJ Drama. “@djkhaled voice another one wit @Migos 😂 in the studio layin down #WeSetTheTrends youtu.be/BPxO1JkTXXs,” he tweets.

Want to see all the pieces in the OffWhite Paris Fashion Week show? Watch the whole show below.

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Pharrell Willams, Ye & More Pay Tribute To Designer-DJ Virgil Abloh, Dies At 41

Virgil Abloh Dead at 41 After Battling Cancer

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Fashion designer, DJ and first Black Louie Vuitton artistic director Virgil Abloh died on Sunday (Nov. 28) following his private battle with rare cancer. At 41, news of the fashion icon’s passing shocked the culture to its core with everyone from Westside Gunn to Pharrell Williams to Drake mourning Abloh’s passing on social media. “My plan is to touch the sky 1000 more times for you…,” Drake wrote in an Instagram caption with a series of photos of Abloh and him. ”love you eternally brother thank you for everything.”

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After death, according to media outlets, the visionary who popularized fashion brands like RSVP Gallery, Prex Vision and Off-White and gave us some of the most memorable album covers of this generation discreetly fought a rare form of cancer for several years. “We are devastated to announce the passing of our beloved Virgil Abloh, a fiercely devoted father, husband, son, brother, and friend,” shares a post from Virgil’s verified Instagram account. “He is survived by his loving wife Shannon Abloh, his children Lowe Abloh and Grey Abloh, his sister Edwina Abloh, his parents Nee and Eunice Abloh, and numerous dear friends and colleagues.”

Prayers and condolences from all over the world to the family, friends and fans of the Rockford, Illinois native poured into social media instantly following the news of the designer’s sudden passing. “Rest In Peace to a true creative genius, visionary, and icon. Thank you for the endless artistry and innovation you brought into the world; you inspired an entire generation. You will truly be missed,” tweets @emily2dor. 

Pharrell Williams, a longtime friend of Virgil, shared a heartfelt tweet with prayer hand emoji on late-friend to his 10.6 million followers on Twitter, that reads:

“My heart is broken Virgil you were a kind, generous, thoughtful creative genius your work as a human and your work as a spiritual being will live forever Sending love and light to your wife, children, family and day ones you’re with the Master now, shine.” 

Louie Vuitton issued an official statement about Abloh’s sudden passing on Sunday afternoon. In the announcement, LVMH acknowledges Abloh as a “genius designer,” “visionary,” and “a man with a beautiful soul.” Louie Vuitton Chairman Bernard Arnault writes:

“LVMH, Louis Vuitton and Off White are devastated to announce the passing of Virgil Abloh, on Sunday, November 28th, of cancer, which he had been battling privately for several years.

We are all shocked after this terrible news. Virgil was not only a genius designer, a visionary, he was also a man with a beautiful soul and great wisdom. The LVMH family joins me in this moment of great sorrow, and we are all thinking of his loved ones after the passing of their husband, their father, their brother or their friend.”

Read more messages from stars around the world of music and fashion below.

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More and more farewells to Virgil Abloh from the biggest names in popular culture continue to pour into social media at press time. Fans await official statements from several well-known Abloh collaborators, like Asap Rocky, Kid Cudi and Jay-Z.

Abloh’s best friend Ye, formerly Kanye West, hosted a Sunday Service in his loving memory. On Sunday, Ye performed a 49-minute sermon that remembers the former Donda creative director’s friendship with the award-winning mogul. Watch the complete service below.

In honor of the visionary, streaming giant Tidal released a Check The Rhyme playlist dedicated to the designer, including 26 name-dropping tracks by Wale, Lil Baby, 2 Chainz and many more. Check out Virgil Abloh’s playlist — curated by Elliott Wilson — below.

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Drake Mourns Virgil Abloh: “My plan is touch the sky 1000 more times for you”

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On Sunday, Virgil Abloh, famed fashion designer, iconic DJ, and creative director of Louis Vuitton Men’s and Off-white, died at age 41. Condolences and rest in peace messages flooded social media, including words from his friend Drake.

Drake hit Instagram and shared his own special message:

My plan is to touch the sky 1000 more times for you…love you eternally brother thank you for everything

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Virgil Abloh Dead at 41 After Battling Cancer

Virgil Abloh Dead at 41 After Battling Cancer

Virgil Abloh, famed fashion designer, iconic DJ, and creative director of Louis Vuitton Men’s and Off-white, has died at age 41. LVMH announced on Sunday (Nov. 28) his passing, citing Virgil Abloh secretly battled cancer for years.

Abloh‘s official Instagram account provided a statement of his death:

We are devastated to announce the passing of our beloved Virgil Abloh, a fiercely devoted father, husband, son, brother, and friend. He is survived by his loving wife Shannon Abloh, his children Lowe Abloh and Grey Abloh, his sister Edwina Abloh, his parents Nee and Eunice Abloh, and numerous dear friends and colleagues.

For over two years, Virgil valiantly battled a rare, aggressive form of cancer, cardiac angiosarcoma. He chose to endure his battle privately since his diagnosis in 2019, undergoing numerous challenging treatments, all while helming several significant institutions that span fashion, art, and culture.

Through it all, his work ethic, infinite curiosity, and optimism never wavered. Virgil was driven by his dedication to his craft and to his mission to open doors for others and create pathways for greater equality in art and design. He often said, “Everything I do is for the 17-year-old version of myself,” believing deeply in the power of art to inspire future generations.

We thank you all for your love and support, and we ask for privacy as we grieve and celebrate Virgil’s life.

Virgil Abloh
September 30, 1980 – November 28, 2021

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Virgil Abloh Catches Heat For $50 Donation to Bail Funds for George Floyd Protestors

Virgil Abloh Clarifies Looting Remarks, $50 Donation

Virgil Abloh is not a fan favorite at the moment.

The unjust murder of George Floyd has sent the country in an uproar. People are demanding action from their favorite influencers and celebrities at this time. If they’re reaction or response is unsatisfactory, rest assured that Twitter will not let you hear the end of it.

Earlier today, Off-White CEO and Louis Vuitton’s artistic director, Virgil Abloh posted a donation to help bail out arrested protestors. While the gestures were grand, people are disgusted with Abloh’s donated amount of $50.

Many shed light on the fact that his donation did not equate to the price of any OFF-WHITE product.

Both Off-White and Louis Vuitton are two of the most recognized brands in fashion. Both brands operate in an elite fashion to where Virgil is applauded and supported by Black Culture for his work through those brands. Those same supporters are disappointed. There is little to no attire you can buy from Off-White for $50.

The 39-year-old designer responded with a post and delete. The people are calling for Abloh to own up to his donation, or respond with more context.

Abloh took to his IG story to speak on vandalism and looting that took place in his hometown of Chicago.

“Today that same community robbed us again. again if it heals your pains you can have it.”

Virgil and Just Don CEO, Don C are owners of RSVP Gallery in Chicago. The store was looted and vandalized as a result of the boiling anger of protestors. Abloh was also criticized for his vandalism statement. Designer Marc Jacobs had opposing views to Abloh.

“Property can be replaced, humans lives CANNOT,” stated Jacobs.

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