Aaliyah, the beloved R&B singer, met a tragic end nearly 21 years ago when a plane she boarded crashed just moments after take-off in the Bahamas.
The incident, which claimed the lives of Aaliyah and eight others, has long been shrouded in mystery.
However, new revelations from an upcoming book shed light on the circumstances leading to the fateful flight.
According to the book “Baby Girl: Better Known as Aaliyah” by music journalist Kathy Iandoli, Aaliyah was allegedly carried onto the plane unconscious after being given a sedative.
Contrary to earlier beliefs that Aaliyah had willingly boarded the plane, it is now claimed that she did not want to fly on the ill-fated aircraft.
The pilot of the small twin-engine plane was found to have traces of cocaine and alcohol in his system, and the aircraft was reportedly over its weight limit by several hundred pounds.
Despite concerns about the plane’s safety, Aaliyah and her entourage were allowed to board for their journey back to Miami.
Kingsley Russell, who interacted with Aaliyah before the flight, stated that the singer refused to board the plane upon realizing its size and weight capacity.
Members of her team also raised objections regarding the excess weight carried onboard, fueled by heavy camera equipment from Aaliyah’s recent music video shoot in the Bahamas.
Reportedly feeling unwell and expressing reluctance to fly, Aaliyah was given a pill by a team member, after which she fell into a deep sleep.
Unaware of her surroundings, Aaliyah was carried onto the plane while still asleep.
The flight took off but tragically crashed shortly after, resulting in Aaliyah’s untimely death.
The aftermath of the crash revealed the devastating extent of the injuries suffered by Aaliyah and other passengers.
Rescuers found Aaliyah’s body slumped over in her seat, with severe burns and head trauma making survival impossible.
The loss of the talented young artist left fans and the music industry in mourning.
Iandoli expressed a sense of closure upon learning that Aaliyah did not willingly board the plane, emphasizing that the tragedy could have been avoided.
Reflecting on the senseless loss, she highlighted the need for accountability and better decision-making to prevent such incidents in the future.
The revelations in the book provide a clearer picture of the events leading up to Aaliyah’s fatal flight, offering insight into a heartbreaking chapter in music history.
As fans continue to cherish Aaliyah’s legacy, the details surrounding her final moments serve as a poignant reminder of a life cut short too soon.
