American hip-hop icon DMX, dies at age 50
Hip-hop icon and, chart-topping rapper and movie star, DMX is dead.
Hip-hop icon and, chart-topping rapper and movie star, DMX is dead. He died at age 50.
The rapper, born Earl Simmons and raised in Mount Vernon, released a record five consecutive Billboard No. 1 album between 1998-2003 and co-starred in movie box office hits opposite martial arts star Jet Li and action film icon Steven Seagal.
The talented but troubled rap star whose hit-making careers in music and movies disappeared amid his drug addiction and constant legal woes, died Friday after suffering a heart attack in his Westchester County home a week ago. His family, however, confirmed.
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Speaking on his death, his family said:
“We are deeply saddened to announce today that our loved one, DMX, birth name of Earl Simmons, passed away at 50 years old at White Plains Hospital with his family by his side after being placed on life support for the past few days,” they wrote in a statement.
They added: “Earl was a warrior who fought till the very end. He loved his family with all of his heart and we cherish the times we spent with him.
“Earl’s music inspired countless fans across the world and his iconic legacy will live on forever. We appreciate all of the love and support during this incredibly difficult time.
“Please respect our privacy as we grieve the loss of our brother, father, uncle and the man the world knew as DMX. We will share information about his memorial service once details are finalized.”
The platinum-selling rapper, known for his breakout single “Get at Me Dog” and the Top 10 smash “Party Up (In Here),” was rushed to a critical care unit at White Plains Hospital after collapsing in his White Plains home on April 2.
The comatose rap legend, a three-time Grammy Award nominee, was placed on a ventilator and never regained consciousness as fans and friends gathered outside the hospital to offer their love and support.
