Thirteen years ago yesterday (March 9), hip-hop lost one of its most beloved and talented MCs: the Notorious B.I.G.

Born Christopher Wallace, B.I.G. was gunned down in Los Angeles on March 9, 1997, as he left a Soul Train Music Awards afterparty. To date, the assailants are still at large.

While questions remain unanswered, the Brooklyn rapper's life and death are still celebrated by those who knew and loved him personally and artistically. We've compiled a list of 20 tweets posted today by Biggie's friends, fans and loved ones in commemoration of his anniversary. Rest in Peace, B.I.G.

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