MF DOOM is currently mourning an inconsolable loss, confirming to fans that his son passed away.

Taking to Instagram, the luminary recording artist posted a photo of him holding a portrait of his son, Malachi, penning a heartfelt caption that alerted fans of the tragic news.

“KING MALACHI EZEKIEL DUMILE 2/22/03 – 12/18/17,” he wrote. “THE GREATEST SON ONE COULD ASK FOR. SAFE JOURNEY AND MAY ALL OUR ANCESTORS GREET YOU WITH OPEN ARMS. ONE OF OUR GREATEST INSPIRATIONS. THANK YOU FOR ALLOWING US TO BE YOUR PARENTS. LOVE YOU MALI.”

At the time of this report, more information surrounding his son’s untimely death has not yet been made public. Malachi was 14 at the time of his passing.

Our condolences go out to MF DOOM and his family during this difficult time.

See MF DOOM’s heartfelt Instagram paying homage to his son below.