City of Rochester Recognizes OOW Day in Honor of Richard “Oowop” Diggs
Written by DJ Sight on September 16, 2026
The City of Rochester honored the life and legacy of local rap figure Richard “Oowop” Diggs on Tuesday by recognizing OOW Day. Family, friends, and community members gathered at Hudson Avenue and Alphonse Street for a balloon release in his memory.
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Diggs, who died in November 2024, would have celebrated his 51st birthday on Monday. The gathering served as an opportunity for loved ones and members of Rochester’s music community to remember his contributions and celebrate his life.
Rochester honors late rapper Richard ‘Oowop’ Diggs with OOW Day
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