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Kendrick Lamar support for Detroit dog attack survivor

Overview

Seven-year-old Romell Frazier Jr. of Detroit lost both arms below the elbows following a pit bull attack in March. Following the incident, the family faced significant challenges as the boy underwent treatment and relearned daily routines.

In July, rapper Kendrick Lamar connected with Romell via FaceTime on his seventh birthday, offering encouragement and inviting the family to visit the West Coast. Following this gesture, the family traveled to Los Angeles, where Romell met Lamar in person.

Lamar fulfilled a promise to the boy by hosting him and his family for a birthday trip to Los Angeles. During the trip, Romell received VIP experiences at Disneyland, Universal Studios, and Hollywood, along with gifts and one-on-one time with the artist.

Entities

Kendrick Lamar · Romell Frazier Jr. · Detroit · Los Angeles · Preshauna Jones

Timeline

  1. 11 days ago

    [CULTURE] 3 sources
    Kendrick Lamar hosts birthday trip for dog attack survivor

    Kendrick Lamar hosted 7-year-old Romell Frazier Jr. and his family in Los Angeles for a birthday trip following the boy's traumatic dog attack in Detroit earlier this year.

  2. 15 days ago

    [CULTURE] 2 sources
    Kendrick Lamar meets young fan in Los Angeles

    Kendrick Lamar fulfilled a promise to meet Romell Frazier Jr., a seven-year-old Detroit fan who lost both arms in a dog attack earlier this year.

  3. about 1 month ago

    [CULTURE] 12 sources
    Kendrick Lamar Calls Detroit Boy Who Lost Both Arms After Dog Attack

    Kendrick Lamar FaceTimed 7‑year‑old Detroit boy Romell Frazier Jr., who lost both arms in a pit‑bull attack, offering birthday wishes and support; a GoFundMe aids his recovery.

Sources

107jamz.com · complex.com · ibtimes.co.uk · theneedledrop.com · xxlmag.com

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