During the BET Awards 2018, host Jamie Foxx addressed the recent murder of rapper XXXTentacion. Foxx spoke about the violence and crime affecting young African-Americans, referencing the deaths of Tupac and Biggie. Other artists at the event commented on XXXTentacion's talent and the impact he had on his fans. XXXTentacion, who was facing charges of domestic abuse, was shot and killed at the age of 20. His funeral and fan memorial will take place on Wednesday.