Notorious B.I.G.’s mother, Voletta Wallace, has passed away at the age of 78. According to Monroe County Coroner Thomas Yanac, she died from natural causes in hospice care on Friday morning in Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania.
Voletta played a significant role in managing her late son’s estate after his tragic death in 1997. The estate’s value has grown from $10 million at the time of Biggie Smalls’ passing to an estimated $160 million today. Voletta helped pass down her son’s wealth to their daughter, T’yanna Wallace.
Voletta was a dedicated advocate for her son’s legacy, often celebrating his induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and sharing updates about his foundation and streaming numbers on social media. She also expressed support for her late son’s biopic, “Notorious,” which premiered in 2009.
The rapper’s death in 1997 was a result of the violent feud between rival rappers Tupac Shakur and Biggie Smalls. Voletta’s loss is felt by fans worldwide who remember her as an advocate for her son’s memory and a strong figure in hip-hop history.
Source: https://www.tmz.com/2025/02/21/notorious-big-mother-voletta-wallace-dead