Lil Nas X announced Saturday that his mother, Tameka Hill , has died, sharing photos of her on Instagram and calling her “the baddest ever.” The musician did not disclose Tameka Hill’s age or cause of death, but his brief message made clear that the loss is hitting hard. Lil Nas X has rarely spoken publicly about his relationship with Tameka Hill. During a 2021 interview with Hot 97, Lil Nas X said his mother struggled with addiction and that he had tried to support her, even when their dynamic became frustrating. A Complicated Family Story Lil Nas X said in that interview that the distance between him and Tameka Hill was connected to her addiction, while also making clear that love remained between them. His new tribute offers no additional details about what happened or when the death occurred. Tameka Hill’s death comes roughly a year after Lil Nas X was arrested in Los Angeles following an alleged confrontation with a police officer while walking naked along Ventura Boulevard. In April, a judge approved Lil Nas X’s request to enter a mental health diversion program, and Lil Nas X later discussed his bipolar diagnosis, rehab, therapy, and psychiatric care in a positive update.