FatMan Scoop has sadly died.

On Friday evening (August 30), the 53-year-old rapper, whose actual title was Isaac Freeman III, collapsed mid-performance on stage at the Green & Gold Party in Hamden, Conn.

He was then rushed to the hospital and the subsequent morning, his household confirmed that he had handed away.

Keep studying to seek out out extra…“It is with profound sadness and very heavy hearts that we share news of the passing of the legendary and iconic FatMan Scoop,” the rapper’s household wrote on Instagram. “Last night, the world lost a radiant soul, a beacon of light on the stage and in life.”

“FatMan Scoop was not just a world class performer, he was a father, brother, uncle, and a friend,” the message continued. “He was the laughter in our lives, a constant source of support, unwavering strength, and courage.”

His household wrote, “FatMan Scoop was known to the world as the undisputed voice of the club. His music made us dance and embrace life with positivity. His joy was infectious and the generosity he extended to all will be deeply missed but never forgotten.”

“As we mourn the loss of FatMan Scoop, we also celebrate his remarkable life and countless lives he touched,” his household concluded. “FatMan Scoop’s legacy is of love and brightness, it will reside in our hearts and memories forever.”

During the live performance, FatMan Scoop was in the midst of a efficiency when he suffered a medical emergency. In movies shared on social media, FatMan Scoop could possibly be seen going shirtless whereas hyping out the group earlier than stepping as much as the DJ sales space’s and collapsed out of view of the viewers.

People might then be seen performing chest compressions on FatMan Scoop behind the display of the DJ as different performers got here out on stage and led the viewers in prayer. He was then stretchered off the stage and transported to an area hospital, in line with the New York Post.

FatMan Scoop‘s official reason behind dying has not been publicly revealed but.

The rapper was identified for his visitor spots on songs together with Missy Elliot‘s “Lose Control” and Mariah Carey‘s “I Like That.”

Our ideas are with FatMan Scoop‘s family members throughout this troublesome time. We have sadly misplaced so many stars in 2024.