Diplo’s mum has handed away.
The 44-year-old DJ has taken to social media to announce the passing of his mum, Barbara.
In a submit on X — which was previously often known as Twitter — the Grammy-winning star wrote: “My momma just passed away. i would trade a kidney to take away the cosmic gut punch I feel right now . I cried in the airport bathroom I made small puddle and then almost slipped . Now i’m gonna walk into the ocean and look for a shark to fight, might be the only cure for grief . She was my first and purest love . I hope someone will make me feel safe like you always did [heart emoji] (sic)“
Diplo’s post also featured a throwback photo from his childhood.
In a follow-up message, Diplo described his mom as a “devout supporter” of his music.
The DJ — whose actual title is Thomas Pentz — wrote on the micro-blogging platform: “My mother was a religious supporter of my music . she was at all times on myspace as djmom and a number of my associates had her of their prime 16 trigger she at all times posted optimistic messages and cherished that I used to be glad making music .. she adopted me and each mission and I at all times made her a double xxl shirt of my new album. she was restricted to a chair and oxygen tank the previous ten years however I lit up her life each time I might come residence .. even two days in the past she posted hearts on my web page. i’m glad she obtained to see me create and develop and be just a bit bit profitable. she gave me a lot confidence even after I was broke and feeling misplaced. (sic)“
Source: www.perthnow.com.au
