MoneySign Suede

Los Angeles rapper MoneySign Suede was found dead in a California prison shower on Tuesday night, according to reports by reputable sources such as TMZ, The Mirror, and New York Daily News. The 22-year-old artist, whose real name is Jaime Brugada Valdez, was serving a 32-month sentence at the Correctional Training Facility in Soledad for assault with a firearm, evading police, and misdemeanor hit-and-run. Valdez, who went by the stage name “MoneySign Suede,” was an up-and-coming rapper with a significant following on social media, where he had recently shared a poignant post about enjoying life before it’s too late (The US Sun). His attorney confirmed the news of his death, but no further details were provided (HipHopDX). Fans of the rapper have taken to social media to express their shock and condolences (The Mirror). Numerous sources on social media have shared updates about the incident, with some calling for justice for the young rapper (AllHipHop.com). The tragic news has left many wondering what could have prompted the fatal stabbing of one of L.A.’s promising young talents (Los Angeles Times).