US US rapper Fatman Scoop dies after collapsing on stage

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US rapper Fatman Scoop has died aged 53 after collapsing at concert on Friday in Connecticut, his representative has told the BBC.

He was halfway through his set at the Town Center Park in the city of Hamden when he collapsed on stage.

Mayor Lauren Garrett said in a post to Facebook that the rapper was taken to a local hospital by ambulance.

But his booking agency, MN2S, confirmed his death in a statement to the BBC, saying the New York native's "legacy will live on through his timeless music".

"Scoop was a beloved figure in the music world, whose work was loved by countless fans across the globe," an agency spokesperson.

"His iconic voice, infectious energy, and great personality made an indelible mark on the industry."

In a tribute on social media, Scoop's family said he was "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," his family said.

"He was the laughter in our lives, a constant source of support, unwavering strength and courage."

Scoop, whose legal name is Isaac Freeman III, has been credited as an influential figure in New York City’s hip hop scene in the 1990s.

He has featured on popular songs including Grammy award-winning Lose Control by Missy Elliott and It’s Like That by Mariah Carey.

Scoop is also known for his sleeper hit Be Faithful, which was originally released in 1999 but garnered international success in 2003, topping the charts in Ireland and the UK.

In 2004, the rapper was featured in the UK TV series Chancers on Channel 4, which featured musicians mentoring aspiring UK artists looking to achieve success in the US.

Fatman Scoop was also a contestant on Celebrity Big Brother 16: UK vs USA, which was housed in the UK and aired in 2015. He was the third housemate to be evicted.

His tour manager, DJ Pure Cold, wrote in a post on Instagram that he was “lost for words” at the news of his friend’s death.

“You took me all over the world and had me performing alongside you on some of the biggest and greatest stages on this planet,” he wrote.

“The things you taught me have truly made me the man I am today.”

Fatman Scoop was due to perform at the UK’s Reminisce Festival on 7 September. In a post on Instagram, the festival called the news of his death “devastating”.

“He was not just one of our most popular performers, he was a cherished member of the Reminisce family,” the festival said.

“His energy, talent and infectious spirit will be missed more than words can express.”

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Fatman Scoop Is Remembered By Missy Elliott, Timbaland, and More After Untimely Death​

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By TIME Staff
Updated: August 31, 2024 3:09 PM EDT | Originally published: August 31, 2024 1:18 PM EDT
American hip-hop artist Fatman Scoop, 53, died after reportedly collapsing on stage during a concert on Friday night in Hamden, Connecticut. His family announced his death in an Instagram post uploaded to his official page on Saturday morning. The cause of death has yet to be revealed.
“Last night, the world lost a radiant soul, a beacon of light on the stage and in life,” his family wrote. “FatMan Scoop was not just a world class performer, he was a father, brother, uncle, and a friend.”

In a Facebook post on Friday night, Lauren Garrett, the mayor of Hamden, where Scoop was performing at the Green and Gold Party summer concert, wrote that Scoop had a “medical emergency” and was being “transported by ambulance to the hospital.”
Born Isaac Freeman III, Fatman Scoop was best known for his 1999 hit “Be Faithful”—with which he rose to prominence, especially during the song’s re-release in 2003. The rapper was also celebrated for his features on hit songs including Missy Elliott’s “Lose Control” in 2005 and Mariah Carey’s “It’s Like That” the same year. He’s also collaborated with Pitbull, Whitney Houston, Janet Jackson, and more. Fatman Scoop went on to become a beloved radio personality and mentored young musicians on the U.K. TV show Chancers. He also appeared as a contestant in the U.K. version of Celebrity Big Brother in 2015.
In an emailed statement to TIME, the musician’s talent agency mn2ns said that they are “heartbroken” over his passing and that “his iconic voice, infectious energy, and great personality made an indelible mark on the industry.”
"I spoke to him just a few days ago, and he was in such good spirits. It's hard to believe he is no longer with us" said Sharron Elkabas, the rapper’s representative, adding that she “had no concerns about his health prior to his passing.”
Scoop’s ex-wife, author and life coach Shanda Freeman, posted a photo of herself and the rapper on Instagram, soon after his death was announced.

Rapper Missy Elliott, posted on X (formerly Twitter), sending prayers to his family: “Fatman Scoop VOICE & energy have contributed to MANY songs that made the people feel HAPPY & want to dance for over 2 decades,” she wrote. “Your IMPACT is HUGE & will be NEVER be forgotten.”
On Instagram, musician Questlove posted a photo of Scoop, thanking the rapper “for being an embodiment of what hip hop was truly about. To just forget about your troubles and live in the moment and allow joy in.”


On his Instagram story, rapper Lil Jon posted a video of Scoop recording his verse on “Lose Control.”
Commenting under the Instagram post shared by Scoop’s family, in which they announced his death, a number of musicians paid their respects. Rapper Fat Joe posted several praying hands emojis. Rapper and actor Ludacris posted a crown. Meanwhile, DJ Steve Aoki wrote: “This is such tragic news. He was a legend. Rest in power, my friend.”
Producer Timbaland paid tribute on his own Instagram profile, sharing a photo of Scoop with an MTV Moonman award, and the accompanying caption stating he is at a “loss for words” with a string of white dove emojis.

 
Fatman scoop sounds like a device for obese people to dig shit out of their ass because it's impossible for them to wipe.
 
JackoVerde dijo:
If you just suddenly collapse in your 50s, the death was either drug related or you died due to a brain aneurysm or something similar.

slowly dying away to cancer or getting killed in some freak accident is more likely statistically for someone in their 50s.
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He probably would still be alive if he was slimman scoop.
 
John Badman dijo:
My guy’s arteries were making noise lol. It’s fucked you could hear the heart attack go on in his slurring. Big man screamed a little too hard.
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if he was in pain when he gave the introduction then that's a bit impressive. to feel a heart attack oncoming and still go on with the show until you drop dead is a fair committment to make.
 
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