Big Freedia Reveals Longtime Partner, Devon Hurst, Dies of Complications From Diabetes at 38
- Big Freedia announced on May 15, 2025, the death of her partner Devon Hurst, who passed away due to diabetes complications at age 38.
- Their nearly two-decade relationship began in New Orleans through a local phone service known as The Party Line, and Freedia has described their connection as love from the very first moment they met.
- Hurst appeared on Big Freedia’s shows and was known as a bounce music legend and the voice on Beyoncé’s “BREAK MY SOUL.”
- Freedia expressed heartfelt sorrow in announcing that Hurst passed away peacefully while surrounded by his family, and she emphasized the profound impact he had on all those within the community who had the privilege to know and care for him.
- Big Freedia asked for privacy and prayers, promising to announce public memorial details, and took comfort in knowing Hurst is free from suffering and at peace.
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Big Freedia announces death of longtime partner from diabetes complications
Famed New Orleans bounce musician Big Freedia announced Thursday that her longtime partner Devon Hurst died from diabetes complications, forcing the artist to cancel her weekend performance at the Mid-City Bayou Boogaloo.
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