Chicago-based rapper Cupcakke is reportedly safe in hospital. Photo / Getty Images
Chicago-based rapper Cupcakke is reportedly safe in hospital. Photo / Getty Images
Chicago-based rapper Cupcakke has been hospitalised following posts on her social media accounts about suicide.
The rapper yesterday tweeted: "im about to commit suicide". She then shared a screenshot of the tweet on Instagram, writing: "Thank you for everything y'all have done for me I really appreciate it".
According tothe BBC, the Cupcakke - real name Elizabeth Harris - was taken to hospital after the posts for a "mental evaluation".
Harris has since posted to Twitter that she is "getting the help that I need," telling her fans not to worry about her.
I’ve been fighting with depression for the longest ..sorry that I did it public last night but I’m ok .I went to the hospital & im finally getting the help that I need to get through , be happy , & deliver great music . thanks for all the prayers but please don’t worry bout me
Fans and fellow artists raised the alarm after seeing the tweets on Tuesday, with stars such as Charli XCX, Iggy Azalea and Lizzo tweeting their support for Harris.
ive never felt so relieved and sad at the same time, @CupcakKe_rapper i love you more than you’ll ever know. you’re one of the sweetest souls ive ever had the pleasure of knowing, and you’re not leaving us. we won’t let it happen.
