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Paul Bamba
Courtesy of Paul Bamba/InstagramA professional boxer Paul Bamba died aged 35.
Bamba was managed by the singer Ne-Yowho confirmed his death through a joint statement with the athlete’s family on Friday, December 27.
“It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of beloved son, brother, friend and boxing champion Paul Bamba, whose light and love touched countless lives,” the statement read. “He was a fierce but confident competitor with an unrelenting ambition to achieve greatness. But above all, he was a tremendous individual who inspired many with his exceptional drive and determination.”
The note concluded, “We are heartbroken by his passing and kindly ask for privacy and understanding during this difficult time as we navigate our grief together.”
Ne-Yo, 45, shared the same statement on his set Instagram Story Nipsey Hussle‘s “Victory Lap.”
Bamba signed with Ne-Yo’s management company in November. It marked the musician’s first foray into the boxing ring.
“To be completely honest? Just believe in the fighter,” said the “Miss Independent” singer. NBC News the last month of the career move. “Realizing places I could help him, realizing places he could help me, it all made sense. You miss 100 percent of the shots you don’t shoot. So let me see what it means, let me try it.”
Paul Bamba and Ne-yo
Courtesy of Paul Bamba/InstagramNe-Yo, in particular, was inspired by Bamba’s “effort and dedication to a cause.”
“You’d be surprised how rare that is these days,” he added at the time. “Like everyone wants something given to them. You know what I mean? Everyone wants it the quick and easy way. And Paul Bamba is not one of them.”
Six days before Bamba’s sudden passing – cause of death unconfirmed – was crowned WBA Gold Cruiserweight champion after a fight Roger Medina.
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“This year I started with a goal. I did it,” Bamba wrote through Instagram on Wednesday, December 25. “It was not easy there were many obstacles that I adapted to overcome and keep on the path we set regardless of the extenuating circumstances. 14 fights. 14 shots ending with the WBA GOLD cruiserweight world title.”
He said, “Blessed to have my family, my team and all my fans along the way. That said, if you have what some might call an ‘extraordinary goal,’ go for it. Anyone who thinks that’s not as brave as you, prove people wrong!”
After the win, Ne-Yo also paid tribute via his Instagram.
“The best is yet to come. Congratulations my man!! “… he wrote earlier this week. “Honored to be your manager. Let’s keep going!!!”
