More about Lil Tay

Lil Tay labeled herself “the youngest flexer in the century.”

She began posting videos on social media in 2017 and gathered millions of followers through 2018.

The then nine-year-olds videos spoofed rap culture and saw her flashing wads of cash in mansions and nice cars.

Lil Tay posted videos bragging that her toilet cost more than some people’s rent, smoking hookah, and getting into rap fights with other social media stars.

Social media reacts

Social media users are reacting to the emotional rollercoaster of Lil Tay declaring she's alive.

One tweet on the subject read: "i’m just happy lil tay isn’t dead i dont care if it was a publicity stunt."

Another wrote: "Lil Tay is not even dead? Omg. That’s good though."

Statement reportedly posted by hacker

Lil Tay confirmed to TMZ that she is alive and the statement claiming she died was posted by a third party.

The statement posted to her Instagram account yesterday read: “It is with a heavy heart that we share the devastating news of our beloved Claire’s sudden and tragic passing.

“We have no words to express the unbearable loss and indescribable pain. The outcome was entirely unexpected, and has left us all in shock. Her brother’s passing adds an even more unimaginable depth to our grief.

“During this time of immense sorrow, we kindly ask for privacy as we grieve this overwhelming loss, as circumstances surrounding Claire and her brother’s passing are still under investigation.

“Claire will forever remain in our hearts, her absence leaving an irreplaceable void that will be felt by all who knew and loved her.”

The post has since been deleted.

Lil Tay says news of death was 'jarring'

Lil Tay told TMZ that the news of her and her brother's death was "jarring misinformation."

She added that the last day has been traumatizing for her and assured the public she was safe and alive.

Lil Tay corrects legal name

The rapper also told TMZ:

"My Instagram account was compromised by a 3rd party and used to spread jarring misinformation and rumors regarding me, to the point that even my name was wrong."

"My legal name is Tay Tian, not “Claire Hope"."

Statement disappeared from social media

The statement posted to Lil Tay's social media announcing her and her brother's death has since been removed.

She confirmed to TMZ that her account was hacked by a third party.