Boxer Paul Bamba has died at the age of 35, paying tribute to manager Ne-Yo

Professional boxer Paul Bamba He died at the age of 35.

It was managed by singer Bamba Ne-Yowho confirmed his death through a statement issued together with the athlete’s family on Friday, December 27.

“It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of beloved son, brother, friend and boxing champion Paul Bamba, whose light and love touched so many lives,” the statement said. read. “He was a fierce but confident competitor with a relentless drive for greatness. But more than anything, he was an incredible individual who inspired many with his extraordinary drive and determination.”

The statement concluded: “We are heartbroken by his death and kindly ask for privacy and understanding as we collectively navigate our grief at this difficult time.”

Ne-Yo, 45, shared the same statement on his Instagram Story Nipsey Hussle“Victory Return”.

He signed with Bambak Ne-Yo’s management company in november It marked the musician’s first foray into the boxing ring.

“To be completely honest? Just the belief of the fighter,” said the “Miss Independent” singer NBC News the last month of the career. “Realizing where I could help, realizing where I could help, it all made sense. You miss 100 percent of the shots you miss. So let me see what it’s all about, let me try it.’

Ne-Yo, in particular, was inspired by Bamba’s “passion and dedication to a cause.”

“You’d be surprised how rare that is today,” he added at the time. “As if everyone wanted to give something. You know what I mean? Everyone wants it fast and easy. And Paul Bamba is not one of those cats.”

Six days before Bamba sudden passing — the cause of death has not been confirmed — after fighting the WBA Golden Cross bantamweight champion. Rogelio Medina.

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“I started this year with a goal. That’s what I did,” Bamba wrote via Instagram December 25, Wednesday. “It wasn’t easy, I was able to overcome many obstacles and stay on the path I set out to ignore extenuating circumstances. 14 fights 14 bouts ending with the WBA GOLD cruiserweight world title.

He said: “I’m lucky to have my family as my team and all my supporters along the way. Having said that, if you’ve got what some might call an ‘outlandish goal’, go after GO. Anyone who thinks that’s not as brave as you, prove people wrong!” .

After the win, Ne-Yo also paid tribute via his Instagram.

“The good is yet to come. Congratulations my boy!!” he wrote earlier this week. “It’s an honor to be your manager. Let’s keep going!!!”