BASKETBALL : FORMER NBA STAR RASUAL BUTLER AND WIFE AMERICAN IDOL'S LEAH LABELLE KILLED IN CAR CRASH !
Former NBA player Rasual Butler and his wife RnB singer Leah Labelle had been killed in a tragic car crash in Studio City, Los Angeles, California, early dawn today.Tweet
Rasual Butler played in the NBA for 14 years from 2002 to 2016, while his wife Leah Labelle was a finalist on American Idol, Season 3, in 2004.
Initial media reports say, the couple was travelling along Studio City's iconic Ventura Boulevard, near Hollywood, aboard their Range Rover SUV when they lost control, mowed three parking meters roadside, hit a concrete wall, then smashed into a mall's parking lot.
Rasual Butler and Leah Labelle were both pronounced dead at the scene, 2:30 am, as a result of their injuries sustained from the brutal impact, their vehicle crumpled into pieces.
Butler was 38, Labelle was 31.
Rasual Butler had played for heavyweight teams in the NBA during his 14-year career , drafting with Miami Heat, then moved to New Orleans Hornets, Los Angeles Clippers, Chicago Bulls, Toronto Raptors, Indiana Pacers, Washington Wizards and San Antonio Spurs.
He played a total of 809 games in his NBA career.
Years after her American Idol stint, Leah Labelle was signed by Epic Records and So So Def Recordings in 2011.
Condolences poured in on social media following Butler and Labelle's sudden deaths.
"The NBA family is devastated by the tragic passing of Rasual Butler and his wife, Leah LaBelle", posted the NBA @NBA.
"Our hearts go out to the family, friends and many fans of our former Idol Leah LaBelle and her husband Rasual Butler, who passed away early this morning", tweeted the American Idol @AmericanIdol.
"Rest In Peace my brother', said NBA Legend Kobe Bryant @KobeBryant.
Seemingly ominous to the impending tragedy, Rasual Butler had posted a rather unusual spiritual message on Instagram just days before his and his wife's deaths.
"You are my King! I look up to you for it all! Thank you for always answering when I call . . ", the befallen NBA star eerily posted on Instagram.
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NBA player Rasual Butler and R&B singer Leah LaBelle killed in car crash https://t.co/IbF4Ke5tui— NBC News (@NBCNews) January 31, 2018
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Former @NBA player Rasual Butler, 'American Idol' star killed in car crash https://t.co/NJktOpjjrA— Fox News (@FoxNews) January 31, 2018
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The NBA family is devastated by the tragic passing of Rasual Butler and his wife, Leah LaBelle.— NBA (@NBA) January 31, 2018
A pro's pro, Rasual enjoyed a long, successful career and was widely respected by his peers and coaches. We grieve with their loved ones during this difficult time. pic.twitter.com/zNH93MVvpM
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Rest In Peace my brother 🙏🏾#RasualButler— Kobe Bryant (@kobebryant) January 31, 2018
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Ex-NBA player Rasual Butler and his wife Leah LaBelle were both killed in a single car crash. #RIP pic.twitter.com/CG4ia7Px9m— TMZ (@TMZ) February 1, 2018
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Our hearts go out to the family, friends and many fans of our former Idol Leah LaBelle and her husband Rasual Butler, who passed away early this morning. May they rest in peace ❤️— American Idol (@AmericanIdol) February 1, 2018
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Ex-NBA Player Rasual Butler and Wife Dead In Car Crash https://t.co/z5AJgL0yM3— TMZ (@TMZ) January 31, 2018
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Rasual Butler, who played 13 seasons in the NBA, was among two people killed in a single-vehicle crash early Wednesday morning. https://t.co/lUGclD6kyu— SportsCenter (@SportsCenter) January 31, 2018
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Our entire organization is deeply saddened after learning of the death of former Pacers player Rasual Butler and his wife, Leah LaBelle. pic.twitter.com/ezdVkM12PG— Indiana Pacers (@Pacers) January 31, 2018
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Former NBA player Rasual Butler and wife Leah LaBelle killed in car crash https://t.co/HjY4Itejfh— TIME (@TIME) February 1, 2018
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Former NBA player Rasual Butler dies in single-vehicle accident. https://t.co/ODHAv4rsGZ— USA TODAY Sports (@usatodaysports) January 31, 2018
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#BREAKING: Rasual Butler & his wife have tragically died in a car crash https://t.co/ND5vml38Vi— HollywoodLife (@HollywoodLife) January 31, 2018
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38-year-old NBA veteran Rasual Butler and his wife passed away last night in a car crash.— SLAM Magazine (@SLAMonline) January 31, 2018
RIP 🙏 pic.twitter.com/SAXvCvzFzE
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#BREAKING: Former #Clippers player Rasual Butler and his wife Leah LaBelle -- an "American Idol" contestant" -- killed in Studio City wreck Wednesday morning, per report. https://t.co/S7LMasdqAE— CBS Los Angeles (@CBSLA) January 31, 2018
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The Miami Heat remember Rasual Butler.
Posted by NBA on Wednesday, 31 January 2018
NBA Stars Pay Tribute to Rasual Butler https://t.co/d33VgYmg4S— TMZ (@TMZ) January 31, 2018
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We are deeply saddened at the passing of former Toronto Raptor Rasual Butler. Our thoughts are with his family at this difficult time. pic.twitter.com/zoEzcVBHaW— Toronto Raptors (@Raptors) January 31, 2018
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13-year NBA journeyman Rasual Butler, 38, found dead after single car crash https://t.co/TRm7iW2hKE pic.twitter.com/BXNAmJ5Wyv— Bleacher Report (@BleacherReport) January 31, 2018
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Ex-NBA player Rasual Butler was killed in a car crash https://t.co/IxMjzwZXAY pic.twitter.com/co2AibA6uy— Variety (@Variety) January 31, 2018
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The @MiamiHeat remember Rasual Butler. pic.twitter.com/thyJO1d9pt— NBA (@NBA) February 1, 2018
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Former NBA player Rasual Butler and wife, one-time American Idol contestant Leah LaBelle were killed in car crash in Los Angeles. https://t.co/nNOM81CjhH pic.twitter.com/vtqa52zG4A— CBS News (@CBSNews) February 1, 2018
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Former NBA forward Rasual Butler and American Idol contestant wife die in a single-car crash https://t.co/DheXDT5JOu— Daily Mail US (@DailyMail) January 31, 2018
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We are deeply saddened by the passing of Rasual Butler and his wife, Leah LaBelle. Our sincere condolences, thoughts and prayers go out to the family and many friends of Rasual and Leah. They will be missed. pic.twitter.com/djezmpHd5h— Miami HEAT (@MiamiHEAT) January 31, 2018
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Former NBA player Rasual Butler and singer Leah LaBelle Vladowski die in car crash https://t.co/sk8f4iMKId pic.twitter.com/t0BsI0HJ5p— Hollywood Reporter (@THR) January 31, 2018
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#AmericanIdol alum Leah LaBelle— Variety (@Variety) February 1, 2018
and ex-NBA player Rasual Butler died in a car crash on Wednesday morning https://t.co/9I3xcNq1X6 pic.twitter.com/7RbioKkrpr
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Former Raptors player Rasual Butler, wife die in Los Angeles crash https://t.co/bjVrSJ9RO1 pic.twitter.com/FqMAZXHnUT— CP24 (@CP24) February 1, 2018
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According to @NBCLA, citing police, the car Butler was in was going two or three times over the speed limit. https://t.co/FIBYnnxg9G— NBC News (@NBCNews) February 1, 2018
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Ex-NBA player Rasual Butler killed in car crash: https://t.co/S0foyebxTO pic.twitter.com/rF3LcPIgp7— Yahoo Sports (@YahooSports) January 31, 2018
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The L.A. Clippers are deeply saddened by the loss of Rasual Butler and his wife, Leah LaBelle. Rasual will long be remembered not only for his accomplishments on the court, but for his vibrant personality, positive outlook and the compassion he had for everyone around him. pic.twitter.com/Hti86knOXa— LA Clippers (@LAClippers) January 31, 2018
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#10BeforeTip remembers Rasual Butler. pic.twitter.com/JSY89nrptm— NBA TV (@NBATV) January 31, 2018
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Ex-NBA player Rasual Butler and his wife Leah LaBelle were reportedly killed in a single-car accident https://t.co/F0nh3781q6 pic.twitter.com/dBfK8pEXH9— New York Daily News (@NYDailyNews) January 31, 2018
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The Pelicans are deeply saddened by the sudden passing of Rasual Butler and his wife, Leah LaBelle. Rasual was a consummate professional and a kind, caring and passionate person who was endeared in the New Orleans community. Our prayers are with their families and loved ones pic.twitter.com/Anc7wZoMJ4— New Orleans Pelicans (@PelicansNBA) January 31, 2018
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Kobe Bryant, Dwyane Wade, Ice Cube and More Stars Remember Rasual Butler and Wife Leah LaBelle https://t.co/LlW7tActGC— People (@people) February 1, 2018
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We are deeply saddened to hear about the passing of Rasual Butler and his wife, Leah LaBelle. Our sincere thoughts and condolences go out to their friends and family. pic.twitter.com/4g8nGeovaS— Chicago Bulls (@chicagobulls) January 31, 2018
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We join the NBA family in mourning the tragic loss of Rasual Butler and his wife Leah. He played 2 seasons with the Hornets when they were in OKC and a portion of the 2013 season with our Tulsa 66ers. Our hearts go out to all who knew and loved him. Rest In Peace Sual Bop. pic.twitter.com/VZCO9meoHp— OKC THUNDER (@okcthunder) January 31, 2018
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The SUV Rasual Butler was riding in was speeding before it jumped a curb and tumbled into a shopping plaza, police say https://t.co/S5C1mWel3G— NBCWashington (@nbcwashington) January 31, 2018
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Butler reportedly lost control of his Range Rover at about 2 a.m. while driving in Studio City https://t.co/kNhwjz34SH— Page Six (@PageSix) January 31, 2018
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Our thoughts and prayers goes out to the family and friends of Former NBA star #RasualButler & wife R&B singer #LeahLaBelle.— HipHopDX (@HipHopDX) January 31, 2018
The couple was killed in a car crash. pic.twitter.com/QFfKJzNPnQ
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Former NBA player Rasual Butler and his wife, R&B singer Leah LaBelle, have been killed in a car crash in Hollywood.
Posted by NBC News on Wednesday, 31 January 2018
Ex-NBA player Rasual Butler, who played for the Los Angeles Clippers and Miami Heat, and a woman in his car were killed in an early morning Studio City crash. http://nbcbay.com/ZCMD8aj
Posted by NBC Bay Area on Wednesday, 31 January 2018
Rasual Butler and his wife Leah LaBelle Vladowski were killed in a single-vehicle rollover crash last night in Los Angeles.
Posted by The Hollywood Reporter on Wednesday, 31 January 2018
Ex-NBA player Rasual Butler and his wife died in a car crash
Posted by Variety on Wednesday, 31 January 2018
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