Benzino Congratulates Eminem on Becoming a Grandfather: "You’ll make a great grandfather. Love, bro."
Eminem's forthcoming role as a grandfather has garnered a lot of reactions from various corners, with historical rival Benzino notably taking a surprising stance amid the sensational news.
Em, sharing the heartwarming revelation in his "Temporary" music video, evoked raw emotions as his daughter, Hailie Jade, presented him with a customized Detroit Lions jersey bearing "Grandpa #1" on the back and a sonogram of her unborn child.
In an unforeseen turn of events, Benzino, despite a tumultuous beef spanning over two decades, extended a gracious olive branch to his long-standing adversary.
“Somebody found out that they’re going to be a grandfather and the irony is… even though he said, ‘Nobody wants to hear their grandfather rap,’ I still wanna send out a congratulations to Eminem and his daughter Hailie on the news that she is about to give birth and he’s about to be a grandad”
Watch: Benzino Calls for Peace with Eminem After Grandfather News
Benzino said on Instagram Live:
“I think this is a good time to put this behind us and let’s try to enjoy life and try to make some type of statement right now. I’m not doing this for no joke; I truly want to congratulate him and his daughter. I’m not one yet but I’m sure that day will come and I’ll be proud just like he is. With all the craziness that’s going on, we need some peace, we need a statement so we can move forward. There it is.”
Addressing the development on Instagram Live, he tenderly congratulated Eminem and Hailie on the imminent arrival of their baby, expressing a genuine desire to put past animosities behind and embracing the joyous occasion as a catalyst for reconciliation and peace amidst the chaos of the world.
“Congratulations to Eminem and Hailie, and let me know what the baby’s gonna be ’cause I definitely will send a gift for the baby shower, man. I’m sure you’ll make a great grandfather. Love, bro.”
Displaying a remarkable shift from earlier conflicts that manifested in the exchanges of diss tracks, including Eminem's contentious "Doomsday Pt.2" and Benzino's retaliatory offerings "Vulturius" and "Rap Elvis."
The unexpected gesture underscores a profound willingness to move forward and celebrate life's transformative moments.
Benzino's unexpected support and well wishes exemplify the potential for healing and unity, transcending the tumultuous history that once defined their relationship.
The unexpected convergence of two rap legends in a moment of shared humanity suggests a path towards reconciliation and mutual respect.