Biz Markie (Marcel Theo Hall) has reportedly died at the age of 57. According to a Facebook post made by his brother, Diamond Shell, the rapper passed away on Friday (July 16). “To the baddest in the beats icon legend … my brother BIZ MARKIE… I’LL miss you more than …
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According to his representative, legendary beatboxer, DJ, and rapper Biz Markie passed away on Friday (July 16) by his wife’s side. He was 57. The pioneering MC had been hospitalized since July 2020 after suffering from complications due to Type II diabetes. It isn’t clear at this time if that’s …
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Photo: Frederick M. Brown (Getty Images) Biz Markie, the rapper best known for his iconic wail over the ’80s classic “Just a Friend,” died at the tragically young age of 57. Markie’s manager, Jenni Izumi, confirmed he died on Friday in a statement sent to USA Today. “It is with …
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Read More »Legendary Hip Hop Icon and Rapper, Biz Markie Has Died, Celebrities Send Condolences
Roland Martin has confirmed that legendary rapper, and DJ, Biz Markie had died. He was 57. BREAKING NEWS: Biz Markie has died. His wife has confirmed to me in a text message. #RolandMartinUnfiltered — rolandsmartin (@rolandsmartin) July 17, 2021 Biz had hits in the late 80’s, early 90’s with “Make …
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