Media mogul Cardi B plans to pay for the funerals of those who lost their lives in a deadly Bronx apartment building fire on Jan. 9. In total, 17 people were killed, according to reports.
The rapper, who is a Bronx native, told CNN, “I’m extremely proud to be from the Bronx and I have lots of family and friends who live and work there still. So, when I heard about the fire and all of the victims, I knew I needed to do something to help.”
“I cannot begin to imagine the pain and anguish that the families of the victims are experiencing, but I hope that not having to worry about the costs associated with burying their loved ones will help as they move forward and heal. I send my prayers and condolences to everyone affected by this horrific tragedy,” she continued.
Cardi B teamed up with The Mayor’s Fund to Advance New York City to ensure that all victims’ families were included in her donation and “that the final wishes for their loved ones were met,” CNN reported.
“We are grateful for Cardi B, a real superstar on and off the mic, for granting some critical financial relief to families of the victims,” Mayor Eric Adams said in a statement, according to CNN. “The city will be forever thankful to her and also to the grassroots donors and corporate partners who have been able to offer immediate support for our neighbors in need, to reestablish themselves during this difficult time.”
On Sunday, the state of New York announced that it would be granting $2 million to a fund for the victims. The fund “will provide tenants with case management services, personal property replacement, and relocation and rental assistance to help address critical household needs,” according to a press release from Governor Hochul’s office, CNN reported.
According to the Associated Press, the fire is believed to have been caused by a faulty electrical heater. It is New York City’s deadliest fire in three decades.
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