American rapper Fatman Scoop, born Isaac Freeman III, died at the age of 53 after collapsing on stage during a performance in Hamden, Connecticut on Friday, August 30, 2024. The incident occurred during a free concert at the Green & Gold Party, where Fatman Scoop suddenly fell behind the DJ booth after urging the audience to ‘make some noise’.Despite immediate medical attention and being rushed to the hospital, doctors were unable to revive him. His manager, Birch Michael, announced the news on social media, saying, ‘It’s with a heavy heart that I announce the passing of Isaac Freeman III, professionally known as Fatman Scoop’.Fatman Scoop rose to fame in the late 1990s with his hit single ‘Be Faithful’, which reached number one in the UK and Ireland. He was known for his collaborations with prominent artists such as Missy Elliott, Mariah Carey, and Ciara. His contributions to tracks like Missy Elliott’s Grammy-winning ‘Lose Control’ and Mariah Carey’s ‘It’s Like That’ solidified his place in the hip-hop world.Tributes have poured in from around the music industry. Missy Elliott wrote on social media platform X, ‘Fatman Scoop’s voice and energy have contributed to many songs that made the people feel happy and want to dance for over two decades’. His family released a statement describing him as ‘not just a world-class performer, but a father, brother, uncle, and friend’.Fatman Scoop’s impact on the music industry was significant, with his energetic performances and distinctive voice making him a beloved figure in hip-hop. His sudden passing has left fans and fellow artists mourning the loss of a true icon in the world of music.
Key points
- Rapper Fatman Scoop died at 53 after collapsing on stage during a performance in Connecticut.
- Fatman Scoop was known for hit songs like ‘Be Faithful’ and collaborations with artists such as Missy Elliott and Mariah Carey.
- His family, manager, and fellow artists have paid tribute to him, highlighting his impact on the music industry.
Contradictions👾There is a discrepancy in Fatman Scoop’s age, with most sources reporting 53, but one source stating 56.
