Nicki Minaj’s Tour Manager Was Killed Last Night In Philadelphia

Sad news: De'Von Pickett, a well known tour and road manager, was fatally stabbed last night in Philadelphia, where he was in town rehearsing for Nicki Minaj and Meek Mill's upcoming tour. A second tour hand, Eric Parker, was also injured during the altercation, according to NBC 10 Philadelphia. Nicki confirmed the news on Twitter, and Fabolous and Pusha T have also logged on to social media to share memories of Pickett.

Two members of my team were stabbed last night in Philly. One was killed. They had only been there for two days rehearsing for the tour.
— NICKI MINAJ (@NICKIMINAJ) February 18, 2015

It's killing me to talk abt you in the past tense. I don't believe I've ever met someone as selfless as you. No one as humble and for the team as you. I hired you as my road manager simply because I knew you were more honest than me. There were stronger, more experienced, more polished candidates for the job but they weren't better than you. You made me see good in people. You gave everyone a chance, they should've gave you a chance. You didn't deserve this @daydaydoesdis . Love You #RIP
A photo posted by kingpush (@kingpush) on Feb 18, 2015 at 8:11am PST

My heart is heavy right now... God opened my eyes this morning at 9:49am. For some reason at that time I woke up thinking about both of these guys. They both work with me, but I couldn't figure out why they were in my mind at 1st wake up. Wasn't sure if I had a dream & they were in it or just some wake up & process things type shit.. But at 10:04 my brother hit me & told me that they both were fatally stabbed in Philly last night. My friend @daydaydoesdis (left) died & my friend Eric Parker is in critical condition in the hospital fighting for his life. I am still in shock & don't want to believe this. And it hurts even more knowing how good these two dudes are. How hard these guys work. And how loyal they are to whoever they are down with & each other. Please send Eric Parker your blessings & a prayer for him to pull thru. And RIP to the fallen soldier Day Day. I can't even believe I'm saying that with your name attached to it. & I HATE this being a post!! I will miss your energy, your vibe, & you but I'll hold on to your spirit!! 🙏 #RIPDayDay #PrayForEricParker
A photo posted by Fabolous (@myfabolouslife) on Feb 18, 2015 at 8:07am PST

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