The musician, famous for his 2003 hit Be Faithful, was seen collapsing on stage during a performance in Connecticut.
US rapper Fatman Scoop has died aged 53, his family has said. In a post on the musician's Instagram, his family said with 'profound sadness and very heavy hearts' that the rapper and hype man had died. Earlier, the musician, famous for his 2003 hit Be Faithful, was seen collapsing on stage during a performance in Connecticut. The New York-born rapper - whose real name was Isaac Freeman III - had taken off his shirt and walked behind a DJ booth when he appeared to fall.
'I love you Scoop, thank you so much for everything you gave to me.' Scoop's talent agency MN2S also paid tribute to 'our dear friend and client,' and added: 'Scoop was a beloved figure in the music world, whose work was loved by countless fans across the globe. 'His iconic voice, infectious energy and great personality made an indelible mark on the industry, and his legacy will live on through his timeless music.
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