WorldStarHipHop Founder Lee ‘Q’ O’Denat Died At Massage Parlor

Yesterday, both the Hip Hop world and the Internet world were hit with the tragic death of WorldStarHipHop founder Lee 'Q' Denat at the age of 43.

When TMZ first reported his passing, they had the San Diego resident dying in his sleep Monday night

According to the Los Angeles Times, he actually passed away Monday afternoon at a massage parlor.

The San Diego County medical examiner’s office said O’Denat was at a business in a San Diego shopping center — identified by police as a massage parlor — when he became unresponsive.

Here's some of the reaction to Q's death from the Hip Hop world.

Rip Q from Worldstar damn I'm mad sad right now god bless the family

— N.O.R.E (@noreaga) January 24, 2017

R.I.P. Q (owner of @WORLDSTAR) prayers up for the family

— juicy j (@therealjuicyj) January 24, 2017

R.i.P WorldStar Q

— its DOLPHHHHHH! (@YoungDolph) January 24, 2017

This picture was taken 1 week ago God bless you and your family @qworldstar REST IN PEACE

A photo posted by 2 Chainz Aka Tity Boi (@hairweavekiller) on Jan 24, 2017 at 2:01pm PST

What u Build Will Live ForEver... Rest Well @qworldstar ✔️

A photo posted by thejuelzsantana (@thejuelzsantana) on Jan 24, 2017 at 2:05pm PST

RIP @qworldstar God bless ya family & friends. You was a real solid,stand-up dude. We can't thank you enough for all you've done for all of US!!! You were always pleasant & positive through all the madness. You built a brand that changed the course of culture. Your legacy will live on. On behalf of The Harris Family, BankRoll Mafia & The Hustle Gang, We offer our truest & deepest condolences. With Love & Respect. Rest Easy King. #RIPQ

A photo posted by TIP (@troubleman31) on Jan 24, 2017 at 11:56am PST

With profound sadness, WorldStarHipHop and its employees, state that Lee ODenat, known as “Q”, the founder, leader and genius behind the website and brand has passed in San Diego. Q was a brilliant businessman who championed urban culture, ultimately creating the largest hiphop website in the world. But more than that, he was a devoted father and one of the nicest, most generous persons to ever grace this planet. We will miss his hearty laugh and warm spirit. WorldStarHipHop will continue in its various endeavors. We ask that you remember Q in your prayers and raise a toast to the sky in his name.

A photo posted by WorldstarHipHop (@worldstar) on Jan 24, 2017 at 1:50pm PST