On November 2, Stewart’s fiancée, Michelle Rivers, released a statement along with his family.
“We would like to thank Shakir’s friends for the tremendous outpouring of love and support we have received during this difficult time,” the statement reads. “It has helped us to cope with our overwhelming grief and sadness. It is difficult to express or explain in words what led to the tragic occurrence on Saturday. Over the past several weeks, Shakir’s behavior was inconsistent with the man we all know and love. As much as we all tried to help him, Shakir was in deep pain and largely suffering in silence. Please remember Shakir for who he was … a wonderful father, partner, son and friend.”
Mr. Stewart was found in his Marietta home with a self inflicted gunshot on Saturday afternoon.
To read emotional statements from his friends, go to Straight From The A
[...] Stewart replaced Jay-Z’s position at Island Def Jam and was named Executive Vice President of Def Jam Recordings in June of 2008. SHAKIR STEWART’S FIANCEE AND FAMILY RELEASE STATEMENT [...]
My sympathy goes out to this family, it’s always good to reach out for help don’t be ashame to ask. There is help out there, i thought of ending my life at one time but now i’m as happy as anyone could ever be, sometime’s thoughts enter our mind but it does not mean we have to act on them. I hope this message help’s someone.