Missy Elliott will always remember her former collaborator Fatman Scoop after his demise at 53.
“Prayers for Fatman Scoop household for STRENGTH throughout this troublesome time,” Elliott, 53, wrote by way of X on Saturday, August 31. “Fatman Scoop VOICE & power have contributed to MANY songs that made the folks really feel HAPPY & wish to dance for over 2 a long time.”
She continued, “Your IMPACT is HUGE & will NEVER be forgotten.”
Fatman Scoop (actual title Isaac Freeman III), who beforehand appeared on Elliott’s 2005 track “Lose Management,” died on Friday, August 30.
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“It’s with profound unhappiness and really heavy hearts that we share the information of the passing of the legendary and iconic Fatman Scoop. Final evening, the world misplaced a radiant soul, a beacon of sunshine on the stage and in life,” Fatman Scoop’s household wrote in a Saturday assertion. “Fatman Scoop was not only a world-class efficiency, he was a father, brother, uncle and a good friend. He was the laughter in our lives, a relentless supply of help, unwavering power and braveness.”
They continued, “Fatman Scoop was recognized to the world because the undisputed voice of the membership. His music made us dance and embrace life with positivity. His pleasure was infectious and the generosity he prolonged to all can be deeply missed however by no means forgotten.”
Fatman Scoop, who’s survived by his two kids, was performing in Connecticut on Friday. In the course of the set, the rap star collapsed and paramedics carried out CPR on the stage. Fatman Scoop was taken to the hospital earlier than he was pronounced lifeless. A explanation for demise was not instantly revealed.
Elliott joins a number of different musicians in paying tribute to Fatman Scoop.
“Relaxation Effectively, Brother,” Lil’ Jon wrote by way of Instagram remark.
Crystal Waters, for her half, added, “He was one of the vital great folks I’ve ever met. He really can be missed. Love and prayers out to his household.”
Music producer Pure Chilly (a.okay.a. Birch Michael) additionally memorialized the late star.
“You taught me easy methods to be the person I’m as we speak. I really like you Scoop. Thanks a lot for every little thing you gave to me,” Pure Chilly wrote by way of Instagram. “I’m actually misplaced for phrases. You took me all around the world and had me performing alongside you on a number of the largest and biggest phases on this planet, the belongings you taught me have truely [sic] made me the person I’m as we speak.”
