Fellow artists pay tribute
Artists have taken to social media to honour August 08 following his death on Monday.
Jeleel and Big Sean both commented on the star's most recent Instagram post to pay tribute.
Meanwhile, Vince Staples shared August 08's song "Role Models" to his Instagram Story alongside the message "rest in peace."
No cause of death revealed
No cause of death has been given for August 08’s sudden passing.
The star, real name Ray Davon Jacobs, helped pen Justin Bieber’s hit Sorry and worked as a producer for Def Jam Records.
His sister LaSherry McKinney confirmed his death as she paid tribute, hailing him for “living a life full of abundance”.
What was August 08's real name?
August 08's real name was Ray Davon Jacobs.
The star was famed for helping to pen Justin Bieber's hit Sorry and worked as a producer for Def Jam Records.
He was 31 when he passed away, no cause of death has been revealed.
What have August 08's family said?
August 08’s sister LaSherry McKinney confirmed his death as she paid tribute, hailing him for “living a life full of abundance”.
She wrote: “He was able to travel the world, and touch millions of people while fulfilling his soul purpose as a musician.
“I am proud to have a brother who lives on through music, and I encourage you all to keep streaming his records and telling everyone how great he is.”
Taking to Instagram, August 08’s mother also paid tribute to the late singer.
She wrote: “It is with our deepest sorrow that we announce the death of our beloved son, brother, uncle, singer, songwriter, musician and mentor Ray Davon Jacobs, also [known] as August 08.
“He will continue to blossom and spread his love through music.”
Fans flood social media with tributes
Fans have rushed to X, formally known as Twitter, to honour August 08.
One user said: "Rest in peace August 08, I literally can’t believe it. 88 wouldn’t be the same without him."
While another added: "Rest in Peace to August 08, and condolences to his family and friends."
And a third heartbroken fan wrote: "Rest in peace, Brother.
"You were taken way too soon and you had so much talent and so much left to give.
"We will always remember the laughs and joy you gave us. We love you August 08."
August 08 had worked with some of the world's biggest artists
Prior to his tragic passing aged 31, August 08 had worked with some of the biggest artists on the planet.
August 08 often worked with huge acts like Justin Bieber (“Sorry”), DJ Khaled (“I’m the One”), Quavo and Chance the Rapper.
In his own projects, August 08 featured artists such as Aiko, Schoolboy Q and Joji.
