DJ Khaled Hooks Up Fan With New Shoes Outside Of Sneaker Store

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DJ Khaled Hosts The Inaugural We The Best Foundation Classic
MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA - JULY 20: DJ Khaled hosts the inaugural We The Best Foundation Classic at Miami Beach Golf Club on July 20, 2023 in Miami Beach, Florida. (Photo by Kevin Mazur/Getty Images for We The Best Foundation )
The one lucky fan had been waiting outside since 4 a.m.

DJ Khaled is showing his fans love. He gifted one lucky person a fresh pair of the highly coveted J Balvin SP Air Jordan 3 sneakers after learning that he'd been waiting in line since 4 a.m. The heartwarming story unfolded outside of Khaled's Snipes sneaker store in the bustling streets of Miami. Khaled got wind of this devoted fan who had chosen to spend their time camped outside his store, and decided to make his day even more memorable. He fronted the $250 cost of the "Medellín Sunset" sneakers that had caught the fan's eye, which led to a heartwarming moment between the two.

After the fan was hesitant to let Khaled purchase the sneakers for him, even emphasizing "I got money to buy it," the "We The Best" music mogul further insisted on it. "I wanna do it," he said. "It’s okay to take a gift. I know you got money. I wanna do it. He been out here since four in the morning, that’s what we do!" People surrounding the store cheered in excitement. "Thank you Khaled that was so real!" the man said while holding his bag of new shoes. "I appreciate it, I’m gonna support your store forever. I love you, man! Blessing the kids, thank you."

DJ Khaled Shows Love To Fans

Khaled's enthusiasm for this spontaneous act of kindness was heartwarming. Their exchange wasn't just about the sneakers; it was a genuine moment of connection between a superstar and a fan. Khaled and the lucky fan shared a heartfelt hug, symbolizing the appreciation and bond that exists between celebrities and their dedicated supporters. He remained in the midst of the Snipes store, signing sneakers and taking selfies with the ever-growing crowd of fans lining Collins Avenue.

Nevertheless, DJ Khaled sharing generous gifts isn't limited to his fans alone; he extends this tradition to his circle of friends as well. A notable example of his gift-giving prowess involves J Balvin, who once presented Khaled with a pair of his exclusive Air Jordan 3 sneakers before their official release. Khaled, always one to reciprocate generosity, decided to surprise Balvin in return. However, this well-intentioned gesture took an unexpected turn, leading to a rather awkward moment between the two friends. Khaled's gift to J Balvin was a large portrait of the infamous drug lord, Pablo Escobar, a choice that left Balvin less than thrilled. Balvin revealed that he held no admiration for Escobar, making Khaled's well-intentioned gift an unintentional source of discomfort for the Colombian artist. Despite the momentary hiccup, it's evident that Khaled's generosity knows no bounds, even when it occasionally leads to unexpected reactions from his friends.

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