Pharrell reveals his cousin was killed during the Virginia Beach shootings

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Pharrell Williams is mourning his cousin, who was killed during the Virginia Beach shootings last Friday.

The “Happy” singer identified his cousin as one of the two victims who lost their lives in he violence and demanded justice.

“The loss of these lives is a tragedy beyond measure,” wrote Pharrell while sharing a photo of his cousin sitting on a park bench. “My cousin Donovon was killed during the shootings. He was a bright light and someone who always showed up for others.”

Added the Grammy winner, “It is critical my family and the other victims’ families get the transparency, honesty and justice they deserve.”

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