Remembering Nipsey Hussle

Remembering Nipsey Hussle Ermias Joseph Asghedom was born on August 15, <br />1985, and died at the age of 33 on March 31, 2019, <br />after he was fatally shot. Here are five facts to honor the late Nipsey Hussle on his birthday. 1. The activist was known <br />for his work within the <br />South Los Angeles community. 2. The Grammy-nominated rapper <br />opened his clothing store, <br />Marathon Clothing, in 2017. 3. He co-founded the <br />co-working space, Vector 90, <br />in Crenshaw. The space <br />offered STEM programs. 4. He was a co-creator <br />of the Destination <br />Crenshaw arts project. 5. The intersection of Crenshaw Boulevard and <br />West Slauson was renamed Ermias “Nipsey Hussle” <br />Asghedom Square. Rest in peace, Nipsey Hussle.