Slauson and Crenshaw Intersection Named 'Nipsey Hussle Square'

Hundreds gather to honor the late rapper's life and work in his South LA community.

Published on Mar. 2, 2026

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The intersection of Slauson and Crenshaw in Los Angeles has been officially named 'Nipsey Hussle Square' to commemorate the late rapper's impact on his local community. Hussle's brother, mother, and city officials spoke at the dedication ceremony, highlighting his inspirational work as a community activist and Grammy-winning artist before his tragic death.

Why it matters

Nipsey Hussle was a beloved figure in South LA who used his platform to reduce gang violence and uplift local youth. Naming the intersection after him permanently memorializes his legacy and ensures his community-focused efforts will be remembered.

The details

The name change comes after tens of thousands of petition signatures were submitted to City Council members urging the city to honor Hussle's legacy. Before becoming a community activist and Grammy-winning artist, Hussle and his brother often stood at the same intersection selling his mixtapes. The newly named square is also home to the Neighborhood Nip Foundation, which continues his work by creating programs that support and encourage local youth.

  • The intersection was officially named 'Nipsey Hussle Square' on March 1, 2026.

The players

Nipsey Hussle

A Grammy-winning rapper and community activist who was tragically killed in 2019. He was known for his efforts to reduce gang violence and uplift local youth in his South LA neighborhood.

Blacc Sam

Nipsey Hussle's brother, who spoke at the dedication ceremony about the rapper's inspirational impact on the community.

Angelique Smith

Nipsey Hussle's mother, who shared a message for fans during the ceremony, encouraging them to respond to challenges with love.

Heather Hutt

A Los Angeles City Council member who spoke about Hussle's unwavering commitment to investing in and uplifting his hometown.

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What they’re saying

“Hussle inspired the youth, inspired the people from the hood, inspired the uninspireable, as people would say, and he put a light on it.”

— Blacc Sam, Nipsey Hussle's brother (abc7.com)

“I just want to inspire everyone here, through your struggles, through your setbacks, your challenges, your haters ... respond with love.”

— Angelique Smith, Nipsey Hussle's mother (abc7.com)

“His love for Los Angeles was insurmountable. He could have invested his money anywhere. Somewhere that cost less, somewhere with less issues, hut he determined that L.A. is where he wanted to be.”

— Heather Hutt, Los Angeles City Council member (abc7.com)

What’s next

The newly named 'Nipsey Hussle Square' will serve as a permanent tribute to the late rapper's legacy, with the Neighborhood Nip Foundation continuing his community-focused efforts in the area.

The takeaway

Nipsey Hussle's enduring impact on his South LA community is reflected in the city's decision to officially name the Slauson and Crenshaw intersection after him. This gesture ensures his inspirational work as both an artist and activist will be remembered for generations to come.