Rick Ross returned to Clarksdale to celebrate Juneteenth and receive a street named in his honor for his ongoing support.
Rick Ross marked Juneteenth with a personal milestone in Clarksdale, Mississippi, where city officials unveiled “Rick Ross Way” in recognition of his lasting contributions to the community and culture.
The ceremony, held June 19 outside a WingStop he owns, drew a crowd of supporters, local leaders and longtime residents who gathered to celebrate the Hip-Hop mogul’s return to his hometown.
Rick Ross addressed the crowd with gratitude and pride.
“First off, God is great. To be back in the city where my story began, surrounded by family, leaders, and the people who made me who I am—it’s humbling. Clarksdale, this is more than a street name. This is legacy,” Rick Ross said.
When asked what he’s most proud of about Clarksdale, Ross responded, “Really, it be the things I don’t discuss. Some things just happen behind closed doors that you just show a lot of love, and that means the most to me. You know, we have gone down to the Walmart and did different things like that, but it’s the things you don’t discuss that are special to me. But just know that Clarksdale is in my heart; you better believe it, so that’s why I made sure I was here today.”
Mayor Chuck Espy presided over the event, praising Rick Ross not only for his success in music and business but for his consistent support of Clarksdale.
“Rick Ross has returned, and we not only honor his music legacy, but we honor his heart and what he has done for this great city,” Mayor Espy said.
The street naming adds to a busy month for Ross, who earlier hosted the 4th annual Rick Ross Car & Bike Show at his Fayetteville, Georgia estate, The Promise Land.
He also received a congressional proclamation from Rep. Nikema Williams and resolutions from Georgia Rep. Debra Bazemore and Fulton County Commissioner Marvin Arrington Jr.
Rick Ross is currently preparing to release new music, including a collaboration with Pharrell, with the music video recently filmed in Paris.
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