The rapper's tour manager confirmed the passing of Isaac Freeman III after a collapse on stage at a summer concert in Connecticut.
Rapper Fatman Scoop has died following a medical emergency on stage in Connecticut Friday night, his tour manager confirmed Saturday.
Born Isaac Freeman III, the 53-year-old rapper was closing out Hamden's summer concert series when he collapsed on stage. The New York City native is best known for a long career as a radio personality and hip-hop hype man. One of his greatest hits was the 1999 jam “Be Faithful.” He also had guest performances on Missy Elliott's"Lose Control" and"It's Like That" by Mariah Carey.Hamden Mayor Lauren Garrett said Fatman Scoop was transported by ambulance to the hospital after his collapse in the middle of his performance.Sign up for NBC New York's News Headlines newsletter.
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