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Rapper Fatman Scoop dies after suffering medical emergency on stage

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Updated 16:44 31 Aug 2024 GMT+1Published 16:17 31 Aug 2024 GMT+1

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Rapper Fatman Scoop dies after suffering medical emergency on stage

The rapper had collapsed at a concert in Connecticut on Friday

Brenna Cooper

Brenna Cooper

US rapper Fatman Scoop has died aged 53 after collapsing at a concert on Friday.

The musician, real name Isaac Freeman III, had been performing at a show in Hamden, Connecticut on 30 August when he took ill and collapsed on stage.

Freeman's tour manager Birch Michael, known as Pure Cold, has since shared a tribute to the rapper on Instagram, which reads: "It is with the heaviest of hearts I announce the passing of Isaac Freeman III, known professionally as Fatman Scoop.

"You taught me how to be the man I am today. I love you Scoop, thank you so much for everything you gave to me."

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"I am honestly lost for words," he added in the caption. "You took me all over the world and had me performing alongside you on some of the biggest and greatest stages on this planet, the things you taught me have truly made me the man I am today.

"Thank you so much, I love you x"

The rapper has died aged 53 (Matt Jelonek/Getty Images)
The rapper has died aged 53 (Matt Jelonek/Getty Images)

Freeman's talent agency MN2S has also released a statement on the rapper's passing, which reads: "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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Concerns were raised about Freeman's health last night, with video footage showing the rapper struggling to breathe after he climbed the steps to the DJ booth on stage, just moments after he had addressed the crowd.

As Freeman was rushed away for medical treatment, the other artists at the show attempted to reassure the crowd. Hamden mayor Lauren Garrett later confirmed that Freeman had been taken to hospital after the incident.

The rapper has died aged 53 (Matt Jelonek/Getty Images)
The rapper has died aged 53 (Matt Jelonek/Getty Images)

Scoop is best known for his role as a 'hype man' in performances, having collaborated with artists such as Nick Cannon, Skrillex and Timbaland over the years. He also worked with Mariah Carey on her Grammy-nominated single 'It's Like That' as well as 'Lose Control' by Missy Elliott.

Freeman was also scheduled to appear at Reminisce Festival next month in Saint Helens.

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Organisers for the event have since put out a tribute to the rapper, writing: "He was not just one of our most popular performers, he was a cherished member of the Reminisce family.

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

Featured Image Credit: (Anthony Devlin/Getty Images/Naomi Rahim/WireImage/Getty Images)

Topics: Music, Health, US News, UK News

Brenna Cooper
Brenna Cooper

Brenna Cooper is a journalist at LADbible. She graduated from the University of Sheffield with a degree in History, followed by an NCTJ accredited masters in Journalism. She began her career as a freelance writer for Digital Spy, where she wrote about all things TV, film and showbiz. Her favourite topics to cover are music, travel and any bizarre pop culture.

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