The funeral for slain rapper Nipsey Hussle has been scheduled for Thursday at the Staples Center in Los Angeles, according to reports.
A Grammy-nominated rapper and father of two, Hussle, 33, was shot and killed on March 31, standing outside of his store, Marathon Closing, near the Crenshaw District in Los Angeles.
(MORE: Nipsey Hussle's legacy through the eyes of his brother, Los Angeles lawmakers and friends: 'The Marathon continues in us all')Though few details were available about the funeral plans, ABC News station KABC in Los Angeles reported that the funeral would be held Thursday.
Hussle, whose given name was Ermias Asghedom, was a prominent member of the community in South Los Angeles. He gave back to that community in significant ways, including revitalizing neighborhood businesses, empowering young people and trying to end gang violence.
(MORE: Suspect charged with murder of Grammy-nominated rapper Nipsey Hussle)The suspect in Hussle's murder, Eric Holder, 29, has been arrested by police.
Holder has been charged with one count of murder, two counts of attempted murder, and illegal possession of a firearm. Holder's lawyer, Christopher Darden, has entered a plea of not guilty on his behalf.
He is being held on $5 million bail. Authorities have said they believe the killing stems from "a personal matter between the two of them."
Hussle's death prompted an outpouring of condolences from all over, including politicians like L.A. Mayor Eric Garcetti, and prominent members of the entertainment industry, including Meek Mill, Ava DuVernay and Pharrell Williams.
"You were about something..positive and for your community," tweeted Williams. "You inspired millions..millions who will uphold your legacy forever."