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Wiz Khalifa Mourns Father’s Passing, Shares Last Words

2/14/2026

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Rapper Wiz Khalifa announced the death of his father, Laurence W. Thomaz, on February 13, 2026.
Khalifa wrote on social media, "Today my father decided not to wake up."
He expressed gratitude for his father's teachings.
Khalifa recalled their last conversation, when his father expressed pride in Khalifa's career.
Thomaz was a military veteran who influenced Khalifa's life and music career.

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Rapper Wiz Khalifa announced the death of his father, Laurence W. Thomaz, on February 13, 2026.
Khalifa wrote on social media, "Today my father decided not to wake up."
He expressed gratitude for his father's teachings.
Khalifa recalled their last conversation, when his father expressed pride in Khalifa's career.
Thomaz was a military veteran who influenced Khalifa's life and music career.