Jay Z Creates Trust Fund For Sean Bell’s Children

Sandra Rose May 2, 2008

Photo: Wireimage/Getty

Jay Z stepped up to the plate for another man’s children. Hmmm…

The hip hop community has had different replies to the Sean Bell verdict. The Game, David Banner, Swizz Beatz, Talib Kweli, Styles P, Jadakiss, Mos Def and more have been openly upset at the verdict. Game even released a new track and now Jay-Z is giving his response. Jay-Z has established an educational trust for the children of Sean Bell. Jay-Z is reportedly closely working with Sean Bell’s widow, Nicole Paultre Bell, to institute the trust funds for both of their children.

Nicole Bell has already been in Jay-Z’s Rocawear “I Will Not Lose” campaign that caused indignation within the NYPD’s Benevolent Association. (Source)

Sandra Rose

brenden

That’s beautiful. This made me smile.
prynsexxx

Beautiful children.

That is just awesome. I hope ppl don’t try to say something like, “this is a publicity stunt for Jay”.

I didn’t see anybody else stepping up. Did y’all?
Terry .W

Thats pretty honorable – I can respect that!
http://www.myspace.com/bettathaniwasb4 2bme

GOOD! Take THAT NYPD..sorry asses..and when are they going to find the fool that called her up laughing about the case? NY’s Finest my ass..Thankyou Jay-Z for doing this..now lets get this civil suit underway
kitty4shigady

Way to go Jay and SANDRA thanks for posting this.
kitty4shigady

That are such pretty girls and their mom is pretty too.

@ terry w no I have not see anybody else step up like this
bklynsjm123

That is wonderful. All is not lost.
MzDetermined

I think that is wonderful that Jay is stepping in. I have been following this story every since it happened and I am so fustrated that justice was not served in the Bell case.
Kymystry

Way to Go Jay … Way to Go … *applause* … *standing ovation* !!!
prynsexxx

And Al “Pimp My Perm” Sharpton, betta NOT try and stick his fat vienna snausage fingers out for somethin’.

DID YOU READ THAT ^^^^ NAACP!
MUNCHOSGIRL

GREAT THING,
“The process began prior to the not guilty verdict for three police officers accused of slaying Sean Bell.”

THAT’S WHY I LOVE HIM MORE THAN BEFORE! SUCH A GREAT MAN! THAT DAMN BEYONCE!
kitty4shigady

@prynsexxx I can not stand his fat ass
aqtpie

Those are some pretty little girls and I am so glad Jay-Z did this.
Mz_Magnificent1

Wow…I’m really touched by him doing that. I am so happy he is giving to others…Sean Bell’s fiance and kids are beautiful.
cutienjerzey

I am not mad at Jay for that. She is a “widow” and will need all the help she can get to raise those little girls….The NYPD is gonna fight hell over water to delay paying out on any of those civil suits.
loveme77

That is great to see something postive come out of this.
my prays are still with this family to help deal with the pain.
MUNCHOSGIRL

Mz_Magnificent1 Says:

Wow…I’m really touched by him doing that. I am so happy he is giving to others…Sean Bell’s fiance and kids are beautiful

HE GIVES TO OTHERS, HE JUST DOESN’T BRAG ABOUT IT OR HAVE CAMERAS ALL UP IN HIS FACE.

SHAWN CARTER SCHOLARSHIP FOUNDATION, NOT NEW.
http://www.myspace.com/mzmekpage Tmekio

Wonderful!!!

MORE of these so call “artists” should step up to the plate and start helping out MORE deserving women and children finacially..

You have to damn near be HOMELESS without an address to be eligible for welfare, and then when u get that, u STILL need to put MORE money with that….
Sharonda

God will bless him.
hmmm…

Thank the Lord for people with a generous heart….God is Good and He takes cares of his childern!

God Bless Jay!
Katrina_1976

sandra i’m new to your website & have to say I really enjoy it. I do have one complaint though, whenever Jay-Z does something you deem stupid or immature you make a big deal about it. Now he has stepped up & did a very honorable thing & the only thing you have to say is hmmmm. Don’t be like that Sandra & give credit where credit is do!!!!!!
JustSaying

Now that was GREAT. I don’t really care for Jay-z’s music but I think he is handsome in a different kind of way. I like his personality and I LOVE his juicy ass lips. They make me was to suck all over them. Hehehe!
However, I wish he would dress more his age. Nonetheless, I love you Jay-z and way to step up.
http://www.myspace.com/sweetpea_337 pyt_504

Ok 1st before I give props… i got to say this….

AUNTIE SANDRA YOUR COMMENT WAS:”Jay Z stepped up to the plate for another man’s children. Hmmm…”

That was uncalled for!!! Seriously! At a time Like this when the man is doing well and giving something back you had to say something…. You just cant help yourself when it comes to Jay huh.. hahhaha

But anywayyyyyyyyyyyyyy I am sooooo happy that he is doing this!!! Not only for the children, but he is showing that no matter how much they try and take from this black family there will be someone out there who will give them something in return. no it cant bring Sean back, but at least he can rest somewhat knowing that his children will be taken care of……….. GOD BLESS JAY, SEAN,NICOLE, And those beautiful children
katgirl33

That’s great Jay Z stepped up to help this family….

Mad props to Jay Z!
brwnsugga4you

that was a honorable thing to do!
gemini83

Well put PYT_504!
bebless

THIS IS A VERY RESPECTABLE MOVE BY JAY-Z.
DMNB

It’s wonderful when you can make a difference in someone elses life, now the mother doesn’t have to worry about her girls. Great Jay Z
bloggergirlz

it amazes me how u can’t find an ounce of good in this man…the bottom line, this is a great deed. i guess everyone should be happy you posted the story though…
aprilshowers

Man! That man can’t do no right….

He gives money for a widow’s children and he gets the “side eye”…

Damn Sandra. Give dude a break. That was pretty honorable. :-S
MUNCHOSGIRL

SANDRA IS JUST PISSY BECAUSE SHE WANTS DESPERATELY FOR THAT CHICK CHANELLE, SON TO BE JAY’S. HE HAS SAID THE CHILD ISN’T HIS, YET, SANDRA CONTINUES THE CHARADE! HMMMMMMM!

THIS IS THE SAME MAN THAT RAISED HIS NEPHEW AS IF THEY WERE HIS OWN! I THINK HE WOULD GIVE HIS OWN THE WORLD! I GUESS WE WILL SEE WHEN THE TIME COMES FOR HE AND BEYONCE!

Dear nephews, I’m writing’ this with no pen or a pad
And I’m signing it, ya uncle, ya best friend, and ya dad
Don’t look back if you fall and you’re feeling bad
I’m right there from your cut to when you peelin’ the scab
If it comes a time when you ain’t feelin’ your real dad
Put my face on his body don’t wait for nobody
Don’t follow no nigga, that’s hoe shit man
Stand on your own two, do your shit man
The world is yours
Some girls are nice some girls are whores
Don’t listen to your crew
Do what works for you
Standin’ back from situations gives you the perfect view
You see the snakes in the grass and you wait on their ass
Bite your tongue for no one and whatever is said
Take it how they want, a closed mouth don’t get fed,
You know my number when it’s code
red if you’re wrong my nigga
You’re my nephew, fuck it we get it on my lil nigga
goinback2cali

@ munchosgirl……I couldn’t have said it better!
kalvonel

I have a totally new-found respect for Jay-Z now. With today’s economic troubles, it’s very encouraging to see selfless acts of kindness like this. I’m not his biggest fan by any means, but he really does deserve more than just a “hmmmmm.”
candycane

That’s a wonderful thing. Mrs. Carter has herself a good man.
http://mskimba412.blogspot.com ms.kimba412

I have so much admiration for Jay-Z right now. It takes a real man to step up to the plate, and provide for children that aren’t his own. Good work, Jay!
Shalala26

i’m glad that it took a celebrity to step up to the plate..
Alexa

Hats off to Jay-Z. I’m not a fan of his music but I can respect what he did.
http://myspace.com/mullatos SnootyPooty1

I am so happy that she is getting some help because she has
along road ahead. Good Job Jay!!!
shannon04

yes, he really stepped up on this one. Will there be any other celebrities stepping up as well? Not just music artists but everyone, especially those of color? Where are you
Oprah
Bob Johnson
Michael Jordan
Magic Johnson
Bill Cosby
Tyra banks
Tom Joyner
Will Smith
50 Cent……….this list could go on and on
shannon04

Ok, maybe I was out there a little bit with my last post. I’m just trying to say that we should be number one to help take care of our own. I know these celebrities have families and bills like everyone else, but its a good cause to help secure the future of those children that had their father gunned down like that. Maybe people will step up after the family has handled their civil suit with NY..maybe they don’t want their contributions to that family to have any negative effects before their suit.
PAHairston

Thank God for all the hip/hop/rap younguns that are financially in her corner, Praise the Lord. (God works in mysterious ways.) And folks, one last thought. IF Obama makes it into the white house, let this be an uplifting experience for ALL BLACK AMERICA! Let us come together finally and forever. Let us stop hating each other. Let us stop killing each other. Let us take care of our children, together, as a village. We didn’t come this far for Him to deny us now. WE ARE INDEED KINGS and QUEENS so my people, my beautiful, wonderful people, let’s start acting like it!!!!! As always, I leave you in peace.
Deenice37

I am so happy that Jay steppd up, he is a good person and I think that more of our community should step up to the plate. We need to back each other up on social and political issues. I think that if more of us did this the black community would be a more powerful asset in this world!
MOCHAMOMMY

i havent read the comments, but i believe this is why he is so blessed. he does so much for the community, its unbelievable. this is not for show, this man has a heart of gold. that may be why beyonce is sprung!! lol
coco

i love hearing this. jay got it to give and im glad he isnt wasting it all on bull. good looking out. this poor woman and her girls are already going to have to go through a lifetime of hell because of this mess. hopefully the trust will be put to good use for their futures.
coco

ya’ll know sandra had to find something negative to say. its her M.O. she couldnt post a story about this man without being slightly bi@tcha$$. its an epidemic that must be stopped
mrsdawn

I am so proud of Jay. Big ups 2 him. Bottom line is he did not have to do it no matter how much money he has.
The dude has good heart and sharp tongue that is why he will always be #1 in book. Much respect to Sandra for the post, even though she ahd her little comment, I hadnt seen
noe heard this and I been reading blogs all day, so to you
Ms. Rose THANKS!!!
Sindy

May God continue to bless jay-z.
Sindy

Coco, I couldn’t agree with you more.
bubblez

Wow this is sweet of Jay. He has a good heart.
free

beautiful woman and beautiful children. sad story. i remember when it first happened and she was being interviewed. i don’t think either of them had jobs but he wanted to step up and get married. it all begins with RESPECT for the mother of your children. his desire to do that lead to his death. it’s hard to believe. it’s good to know that his seeds will now flourish and be taken care of.
Sweet Mango

I love this man!!
http://musicisourhigh.blogspot.com musicisourhigh

Total respect for his efforts.
Kymystry

Sandra stated that Other Rappers planned on doing a song in tribute to Sean Bell’s famliy …. Who was going to Profit off the song ? ? ? But Jay set up a trust fund … No song … and he got a “hmmmm” … a friggin mazing … and NO … i’m NOT a fan of his
Irene

As a previous drug dealer himself, I’m sure Jay-z can relate to Sean Bell getting killed in the line of duty, if you know what I mean. ***Rolls eyes***
http://www.beautyinbaltimore.blogspot.com BEAUTYINBALTIMORE

I respect him for this.
kat

and sandra is still hating….smh

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