Wizkid Marks 3 Years Since Mother Dolapo Morayo Balogun's Death, Fans Rally Around Him
Afrobeats star Wizkid marked the third anniversary of his mother's passing with a heartfelt tribute on social media. He has honored her memory by naming his latest album and his daughter after her.
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Three years have passed since Wizkid lost his mother, and the music star made sure the milestone did not go unnoticed.
On August 19, 2026, the Grammy-winning Afrobeats artist took to his X page to mark the third anniversary of Dolapo Morayo Balogun's passing. His tribute was understated but deeply personal; he simply posted the number "3" alongside a bird emoji carrying a green leaf in its beak.
Reactions as Wizkid marks 3 years since his mother, Dolapo Morayo Balogun, died, fans rally around him. Photo credit@wizkidayo Source: Instagram Dolapo Morayo Balogun passed away on August 18, 2023, following a battle with cancer. Her death deeply affected the singer, who channelled his grief into his artistry in the months that followed.
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