# Celebrating Nolan Wells Beyond the Tragedy | Hip-Hop News

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Podcast: [Hip-Hop News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/hip-hop-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7635865)
Published: 2026-07-16T13:20:40+00:00
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Nolan Wells, an 18-year-old college athlete who vanished on July 4th and was found two days later, is being honored with a vibrant, celebratory funeral on July 20th at Center Pointe Church in Ocean Springs, Mississippi — a stark contrast to the tragedy. Reverend Al Sharpton will deliver the eulogy, and Tyler Perry is footing all funeral costs. The family’s plans include a repass celebration at the Jackson County Fairgrounds, reflecting Nolan’s lively spirit. As authorities investigate, his mother Christine Wonsley has hired attorney Ben Crump for an independent review and Colin Kaepernick is funding a second autopsy. Though no new leads emerged from a recent meeting with the district attorney, both sides agreed to let experts examine Nolan’s phone. The family urges peaceful protests, honoring Nolan’s wish for nonviolence, as the community rallies around them in search of truth and closure. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/ad71b2d37e12c7ee

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