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Fatman Scoop, celebrated rapper featured on hits by Mariah Carey and Missy Elliott, dead at 56 after collapsing on stage

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(CNN) — Fatman Scoop, a rapper and hype man who was known for his collaborations with Missy Elliott and Mariah Carey, died after collapsing onstage at a Friday evening concert

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Al Jazeera
US rapper Fatman Scoop dies after collapsing on stage (opens Al Jazeera)
Published Aug 30, 2024
Al Jazeera's feed description
Scoop topped charts in Europe with Be Faithful two decades ago and later contributed to hits by other artists.
ABC 7 New York
Fatman Scoop dead at 53 after collapsing on stage in Connecticut (opens ABC 7 New York)
Published Aug 30, 2024
ABC 7 New York's feed description
Fatman Scoop, rapper and DJ has died in Connecticut after collapsing during a performance.
New York Times
Fatman Scoop, a D.J. and Rapper, Dies (opens New York Times)
Published Aug 30, 2024
New York Times's feed description
He was at the Hamden Town Center Park in Hamden, Conn., when he collapsed onstage on Friday night.
KVOA Tucson
Fatman Scoop, celebrated rapper featured on hits by Mariah Carey and Missy Elliott, dead at 56 after collapsing on stage (opens KVOA Tucson)
Published Aug 31, 2024
KVOA Tucson's feed description
(CNN) — Fatman Scoop, a rapper and hype man who was known for his collaborations with Missy Elliott and Mariah Carey, died after collapsing onstage at a Friday evening concert
New York Post
Rapper Fatman Scoop dead at 53 after collapsing at concert in Connecticut (opens New York Post)
Published Aug 30, 2024
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The New York-born artist, whose real name is Isaac Freeman III, was headlining the "Green & Gold Party" in Hamden, Conn. when he suffered a "medical emergency."
MyNorthwest
Rapper Fatman Scoop dies at 53 after collapsing on stage in Connecticut (opens MyNorthwest)
Published Aug 30, 2024
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NEW YORK (AP) — Fatman Scoop, who topped charts in Europe with “Be Faithful” two decades ago and later contributed to hits by other artists, died after
NBC News
Rapper Fatman Scoop dies after collapsing on stage during Connecticut concert (opens NBC News)
Published Aug 30, 2024
NBC News's feed description
Fatman Scoop died after reportedly collapsing during a concert Friday night in Connecticut.
The Hollywood Reporter
Fatman Scoop Dead After Collapsing Onstage: Rapper Was 53 (opens The Hollywood Reporter)
Published Aug 30, 2024
The Hollywood Reporter's feed description
Fatman Scoop, a rapper and radio personality, died this weekend after collapsing onstage during a show. He was 53.
NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth
Rapper Fatman Scoop dead at 53 after collapse on stage at Connecticut concert (opens NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth)
Published Aug 30, 2024
NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth's feed description
The rapper's tour manager confirmed the passing of Isaac Freeman III after a collapse on stage at a summer concert in Connecticut.
6ABC Philadelphia
Rapper, DJ Fatman Scoop dead at 53 after collapsing on stage in Connecticut (opens 6ABC Philadelphia)
Published Aug 30, 2024
6ABC Philadelphia's feed description
DJ and rapper Fatman Scoop died after collapsing during a performance in Hamden, Connecticut, according to his tour manager.
Newsweek
Famed rapper Fatman Scoop dead at 53 after reportedly collapsing on stage (opens Newsweek)
Published Aug 30, 2024
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The rapper was known for his several club hits, as well as major collaborations with Missy Elliott and Mariah Carey.
Breitbart News
Rapper Fatman Scoop Dead at 53 After Collapsing at Concert (opens Breitbart News)
Published Aug 30, 2024
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Rapper Fatman Scoop, whose real name was Isaac Freeman, died at 53 after collapsing at a concert in Hamden, Connecticut, on Friday.
FOX 29 Philadelphia
Rapper Fatman Scoop dead at 53 (opens FOX 29 Philadelphia)
Published Aug 30, 2024
FOX 29 Philadelphia's feed description
Fatman Scoop was reportedly rushed to the hospital after collapsing on stage during a performance in Connecticut.
Los Angeles Times
FatMan Scoop, Grammy-winning DJ and hypeman, dies after reportedly collapsing onstage (opens Los Angeles Times)
Published Aug 30, 2024
Los Angeles Times's feed description
'The world has lost a radiant soul,' FatMan Scoop's family posts on social media after an apparent medical emergency during a show.
Deadline
Rapper Fatman Scoop Dies At 53 After Collapsing Onstage (opens Deadline)
Published Aug 30, 2024
Deadline's feed description
While performing on Friday in Connecticut, Fatman Scoop suffered a medical emergency and was transported via ambulance to a local hospital.
Rolling Stone
Fatman Scoop, 'Be Faithful' Rapper, Dead at 53 (opens Rolling Stone)
Published Aug 30, 2024
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Fatman Scoop, the rapper who had a global hit with "Be Faithful" and featured on singles by Missy Elliott and Mariah Carey, has died at the age of 53.
CBS News
Rapper Fatman Scoop dies after collapsing during Connecticut show at age 53 (opens CBS News)
Published Aug 30, 2024
CBS News's feed description
Rapper and radio personality Fatman Scoop experienced a medical emergency on stage in Connecticut, local officials said.
FOX 5 New York
Rapper Fatman Scoop dies at 53 (opens FOX 5 New York)
Published Aug 30, 2024
FOX 5 New York's feed description
Isaac Freeman III, also known as the rapper Fatman Scoop, has died at the age of 53 after reportedly collapsing onstage Friday night.
Time
Fatman Scoop Dead at 53: Missy Elliott Leads Moving Tributes (opens Time)
Published Aug 30, 2024
Time's feed description
Rapper Fatman Scoop is being celebrated by his musical peers following his untimely death aged 53.
The Guardian
US rapper Fatman Scoop dies after collapsing on stage mid-performance (opens The Guardian)
Published Aug 30, 2024
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New York-born artist, 53, known for collaborating with Missy Elliott, was performing in Connecticut on Friday
Variety
Fatman Scoop, ‘Be Faithful’ Rapper, Dies After Collapsing on Stage (opens Variety)
Published Aug 30, 2024
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Fatman Scoop, the rapper known for his 1999 hit 'Be Faithful' and who worked with artists such as Missy Elliott and Mariah Carey, has died.
Entertainment Weekly
Fatman Scoop, rapper and Mariah Carey collaborator, dies at 53 (opens Entertainment Weekly)
Published Aug 30, 2024
Entertainment Weekly's feed description
Fatman Scoop, a beloved rapper who collaborated with artists like Missy Elliott and Mariah Carey, has died at 53 after collapsing on stage in Connecticut on Friday night.
NPR
Hip-hop artist Fatman Scoop dies at 53 after collapsing on stage (opens NPR)
Published Aug 31, 2024
NPR's feed description
The hip-hop artist was known for his breakout track “Be Faithful” in the early 2000s and for lending his gravelly voice to hits by Missy Elliott and Ciara. The cause of his death was unclear.
Black Enterprise
Hip-Hop Legend Fatman Scoop Dies At 52 Following Collapse On Stage (opens Black Enterprise)
Published Aug 31, 2024
Black Enterprise's feed description
Fatman Scoop, one of the most iconic voices in hop hop, died at 52 after experiencing a medical emergency on stage.
Honolulu Star-Advertiser
Fatman Scoop, a DJ and rapper, dies onstage at age 56 | Honolulu Star-Advertiser (opens Honolulu Star-Advertiser)
Published Aug 31, 2024
Honolulu Star-Advertiser's feed description
Rapper Fatman Scoop, whose hoarse and booming voice brought an electric energy to songs by Missy Elliott and Mariah Carey, and who performed the underground club favorite “Be Faithful,” died after collapsing onstage during a performance Friday. He was 56.

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