Rapper Fatman Scoop, born Isaac Freeman, has died. He was 53.

His family and tour manager, Birch Michael, shared statements on social media following the artist’s death.

“It is with deep sadness and a very heavy heart that we share the news of the passing of the legendary and iconic FatMan Scoop,” a post on his Instagram page read. “Last night the world lost a shining soul, a beacon of light on stage and in life.”

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