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Cardi B Pays Tribute to Young Fan Who Died of Cancer

In a special message to Alaysia Crockett, Cardi B sent condolences to her parents and remembered meeting the young fan earlier this year.

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Cardi B shared a heartfelt message of remembrance Monday night for fan Alaysia Crockett, who died recently after a battle with cancer.

"When I met this young lady I literally had to hold her and put her against my body cause she couldn't barely stand yet she was sooo happy in a great spirit and her make up on super fleek," Cardi said when sharing a photo she took with Alaysia. "Her parents were so happy. Heaven gained the prettiest angel your not in pain anymore [sic]."

Cardi also sent her condolences to Alaysia's family, signing off her tribute message with "FUCK CANCER."

Other fans have also paid their respects.

In February, Cardi B paid a visit to the Children's Healthcare of Atlanta center inside Egleston Hospital in Georgia to spend time with young fans.

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