Aug 17, 2021 · Uncle Bob says Wayne was actually ready to pay for his funeral. Thankfully, that wasn't necessary. Lil Wayne's never forgotten the former officer who saved his life after he attempted suicide...

Sep 20, 2016 · In this position Uncle Bob helped transition countless spaces for temporary and permanent housing for low-income families, homeless individuals and veterans. Uncle Bob also fought to preserve housing for vulnerable populations, such as elderly and immigrant families.

Jul 26, 2022 · Earlier this week, the 39-year-old rapper remembered former New Orleans police officer Robert Hoobler, often referred to as "Uncle Bob," who died at his home in Old Jefferson, Louisiana,...

Dec 3, 2024 · Once upon a time, Lil Wayne was a troubled young man who struggled greatly with his mental health. And if it wasn't for a man he calls "Uncle Bob," he likely wouldn't be here today. So who is Uncle Bob and what is his story? Here's what we …

Dec 3, 2024 · Following the shooting, off-duty police officer Robert “Uncle Bob” Hoobler arrived after hearing the emergency call. He was the only officer on arrival at the scene who immediately tried to rescue Wayne, as no ambulance was at the site.

Jul 26, 2022 · According to FOX 8, Robert Hoobler, 65, was found dead at his home in Jefferson Parish on Friday. No word on his cause of death. NOLA.com reported Hoobler suffered from many health problems...

Jul 25, 2022 · On Friday, ex-New Orleans cop Robert Hoobler—who Lil Wayne says saved his life in 1994—was found dead in his Jefferson Parish, Louisiana home. No cause of death has been revealed, but someone who...

Jul 25, 2022 · Robert Hoobler, 65, was found dead at his home in New Orleans on Friday. The retired cop had been dubbed "Uncle Bob" by Lil Wayne after he was credited with saving the rapper's life in November 1994. Lil Wayne - real name Dwayne Michael Carter, Jr - had called 911 himself after firing the shot.

Jul 26, 2022 · New Orleans police officer Robert Hoobler known in the Crescent City as “Uncle Bob” is being mourned by rapper Lil Wayne who has frequently shared that it was him who saved his life after a...

Sep 1, 2016 · Within the decade, not only did they stave off gentrification -- including a McDonald's franchise -- Uncle Bob helped developed low-come housing, health, childcare, and other social services, a communal garden and even community-controlled parking lots in the International District of Seattle.