American Rapper Fatman Scoop Dies After Kolaps On Stage

Fatman Scoop (Instagram @fatmanscoop)

JAKARTA - Sad news came from the music world hip hop, US rapper Fatman Scoop passed away at the age of 53.

The man whose real name is Isaaceh III breathed his last after collapsing on stage while appearing in the State of Connecticut on August 30 local time.

The label through Sharron Elkabas, CEO of MN2S, confirmed the sudden sad news, but it was not revealed what the reason made the rapper collapse.

Just a few days ago, and he was in a very good mood. It's hard to believe that he is no longer with us," Elkabas said, citing Variety, Monday, September 2.

The family has also made an official statement uploaded on Instagram, but there is no mention of the cause of Fatman Scoop's death.

"With deep sadness and a very heavy heart, we convey the news of the passing of the legendary and iconic Fatman Scoop. Last night, the world lost a bright soul, a beacon of light on stage and in life," reads a statement from the family.

Fatman Scoop is not just a world-class player, he is a father, brother, uncle, and a friend. It is a laugh in our lives, a source of constant support, unshakable strength, and courage. FatMan Scoop is known to the world as an undeniable voice at the club. The music makes us dance and live life positively. His joy is contagious and his generosity to everyone will be missed but will never be forgotten," he continued.

"When we mourn the death of Fatman Scoop, we also celebrate his extraordinary life and the many lives he has touched. FatMan Scoop's legacy is love and luminosity, that legacy will always be in our hearts and memories forever."

For information, Fatman Scoop has been making music since the early 1990s. He is known for his song, 'Be Beautiful' in 1999.

Fatman Scoop has also collaborated with several well-known singers, including Elliott in "Lose Control" and with Mariah Carey in It's Like That.