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OJ Simpson Passes Away At 76

April 11, 2024 by newhiphopnews

OJ Simpson was an incredibly controversial figure. Of course, this was due to the double-murder case he found himself involved in back in the 90s. Overall, he beat the case. However, many presumed that he was guilty, regardless. He eventually served prison time for another incident throughout the late 2000s and early 2010s but was eventually released. Since that time, he had been spending his time on Twitter, talking about things like fantasy football and politics. On Wednesday, he died at the age of 76.

Simpson had been diagnosed with prostate cancer a few months ago and was undergoing chemotherapy. However, he succumbed to the illness. In a statement on his Twitter account, it was revealed by the family that they were all around him when he passed. This statement was shared just moments ago. At the time of writing this, there are few details about how his disease progressed, or when things took a turn for the worse. For months, Simpson had mostly been keeping his battle private.

Family Of OJ Simpson Speaks

On April 10th, our father, Orenthal James Simpson, succumbed to his battle with cancer.

He was surrounded by his children and grandchildren.

During this time of transition, his family asks that you please respect their wishes for privacy and grace.

-The Simpson Family

— O.J. Simpson (@TheRealOJ32) April 11, 2024

“On April 10th, our father, Orenthal James Simpson, succumbed to his battle with cancer. He was surrounded by his children and grandchildren,” the statement read. “During this time of transition, his family asks that you please respect their wishes for privacy and grace. -The Simpson Family.” Following his passing, a discussion about his life will most certainly take place. After all, there are a lot of people who probably have conflicting feelings about this news.

Let us know what you think of this news, in the comments section down below. Were you a fan of OJ? What do you think will be said about him in passing? Additionally, stay tuned to HNHH for more news from around the sports and entertainment world. We will always seek to keep you informed on breaking news.

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Mister Cee Passes Away At 57, According To Reports

April 10, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Mister Cee, one of the top-flight DJs in hip-hop history and a beloved figure in the community, has passed away at the age of 57. HipHopDX and numerous publications have confirmed the news. Mister Cee’s contributions will never go unnoticed, especially due to their incredible impact. Born in 1966 and raised in Brooklyn, New York, his name is tied to influential rap groups and iconic artists such as Biggie. Furthermore, his other major work was done at some of the most well-known New York stations like RADIO 103.9 and Hot 97. The news of Mister Cee’s passing has been leaving everyone in shock as they send their thoughts and prayers to his family.

Just yesterday, Cee promoted a new show for Rock The Bells Radio on his social media. “2NITE!!! THE SET IT OFF SHOW WIT @djmistercee AIRING MON-THURS 10PM-12MID(EAST COAST) 7PM-9PM(WEST COAST) ON LL COOL J @llcoolj ROCK THE BELLS RADIO @rockthebells ON SIRIUS XM CHANNEL 43!!! @siriusxm PLAYING CLASSIC/TIMELESS HIP HOP FROM THE 80’s 90’s & 2000’S!!!”

The Hip-Hop Community Remembers Mister Cee

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We have lost the iconic Mister Cee. I listened to him yesterday and am in complete shock. He was a dear friend to all of us, a wonderful man, and one of the most important and impactful DJs of all time. I love you Cee.

— Peter Rosenberg (@Rosenbergradio) April 10, 2024

Cee’s peers have been remembering him across social media platforms including Peter Roseberg. “We have lost the iconic Mister Cee. I listened to him yesterday and am in complete shock. He was a dear friend to all of us, a wonderful man, and one of the most important and impactful DJs of all time. I love you Cee.” He even had to wrap up one of his shows early today after finding this tragic news out. At the time of writing, his cause of death is a developing story. Rest in peace Mister Cee aka “The Finisher.”

What are your thoughts on Mister Cee passing away? What will you remember him most for? We would like to hear what you have to say, so be sure to leave your takes in the comments section. Additionally, always keep it locked in with HNHH for all of the latest news surrounding Mister Cee and this developing story. Finally, stay with us for everything else going on around the world of music. Our thoughts and condolences go out Mister Cee’s family and friends during this difficult time.

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Bandman Kevo Reveals His 15-Year-Old Son Was Shot And Killed

April 1, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Bandman Kevo revealed some devastating news over the weekend. The artist and entrepreneur took to his Instagram story where he stated that his son Kevian had passed away at the age of 15. Furthermore, he shared a new story that revealed his son was the victim of gun violence. The alleged incident went down in Michigan. Overall, it is an incredibly sad story, and one that has become all too common these days. Gun violence is a massive problem in the United States, and nothing has seemingly been done to try and solve it.

While taking to Twitter, Kevo wrote “RIP Kevian” with two angel emojis. Following this announcement, Kevo received a ton of support from fans. However, some were not happy with his reactions on Instagram. For instance, one person on Twitter noted that Kevo had posted a video of him flexing, shortly after the announcement of his son’s passing. This allegedly flex video was promptly deleted from his page.

Bandman Kevo Speaks

Kevo recently stated that he was trying to get a hold of Kevian’s mother, but he hasn’t been able to. Needless to say, this is a very sad situation. It comes amidst Kevo’s opening of a new school. The Finesse God Scam School was a venture to help people recognize common scams. It is most definitely a unique idea, and it is one that is supposedly going to make him $10 million. However, we imagine all of his focus will be on his family during this time.

Our thoughts and prayers go out to Bandman Kevo during this incredibly difficult time. We cannot imagine the pain of losing a child at such a young age. Hopefully, he will be able to find peace during this time, while the perpetrators are brought to justice. Stay tuned to HNHH for the latest news and updates from around the music world. We will continue to keep you informed on all of your favorite artists and their upcoming projects.

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Lil Reese Mourns Sister On Instagram

December 23, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Amid the holiday season and brand new music from him, it seems like Lil Reese recently faced a horrible tragedy. Moreover, he took to Instagram to share that he apparently lost his sister recently, and it’s unclear what the cause or circumstance of this is as of writing this article. The Chicago rapper did not share any further details, simply two pictures of her on his IG Story commemorating her memory for now. “Just lost my sister I’m so hurt,” he wrote as the first picture’s caption along with a broken heart emoji. “Love you 4eva,” the 30-year-old added on his other picture’s post.

Furthermore, this is particularly sad because of all that there was to celebrate these days when it comes to his life and career. For one, it’s the holiday season, which means many folks are spending time with their families and coming together after what might’ve been a long time without seeing each other. In addition, Lil Reese has been steadily dropping new music as of late, such as the single “IDK.” As such, it’s disheartening to hear that his sister apparently won’t be there to celebrate the success with him.

Lil Reese Shares Loss Of His Sister

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As Lil Reese has explained before, he has a lot of respect for those lost, something that was evident in his response to someone apparently pouring lean into Fredo Santana’s casket. “I seen that goofy a** s**t,” he said on No Jumper. “I don’t know who was doing that. No, hell no, I won’t do no goofy a** s**t like that. Nah, Sosa ain’t do that. Sosa ain’t gonna do nothing like that. Yeah, I don’t respect that s**t. I seen that s**t, I don’t respect that s**t though. I used to be doing [lean] with Fredo. That s**t started making me feel a little funny.”

Meanwhile, as other conflicts and struggles in the drill MC’s life continue, we hope he finds the space and energy to heal and rise above them. This is a very tough situation to deal with, especially contrasted with this season. Rest In Peace to Lil Reese’s sister, and our condolences to their family. For more updates and the latest news on him, stay logged into HNHH.

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Kool & The Gang Drummer, George Brown, Passed Away At Age 74

November 17, 2023 by newhiphopnews

George Brown, the legendary drummer and co-founder of Kool & the Gang, has passed away at 74 on Thursday (November 17). Said news came from a Universal Music Enterprises spokesperson, and follows a cancer battle that he ultimately succumbed to. However, the musician’s indelible impact in the genres of funk, soul, and so much more will never vanish, much like that of his bandmate Ronald Bell, who passed away in September 2020. Brown’s passing comes almost exactly sixty years after he and six other friends in Jersey City, New Jersey formed an instrumental soul and jazz group in 1964.

Through various iterations, shifts, and evolutions- which involved name changes, genre switches, incorporating vocals, and more- Kool & the Gang eventually became the legends we celebrate today in 1969. Five years later, George Brown and his companions had fused together their inspirations and references with the new wave of disco through chart-toppers like “Jungle Boogie.” In fact, songs like 1974’s “Hollywood Swinging” continue to be covered and revered today by many artists, most recently BROCKHAMPTON. Even though the following years wouldn’t yield immediate success, it wouldn’t be long until they continued their hit parade.

Kool & The Gang Members Attend Hollywood Walk Of Fame Ceremony In 2015

George Brown Dead Kool Gang Drummer — HOLLYWOOD, CA – OCTOBER 08: Robert ‘Kool’ Bell, Ronald Khalis Bell, Dennis ‘DT’ Thomas and George Brown of Kool & the Gang attend the ceremony honoring Kool & The Gang with a Star on The Hollywood Walk of Fame held on October 8, 2015 in Hollywood, California. (Photo by Albert L. Ortega/Getty Images)

For example, there’s the iconic “Celebration,” the band’s only Billboard chart-topper, plus “Get Down On It,” “Joanna,” and many other classics. Through their catalog, Kool & the Gang’s members not only the genres they played in, but the genres that these styles birthed. Hip-hop- and, frankly, popular music at large- samples them everywhere, whether it’s early icons like The Beastie Boys, GOAT contenders like Jay-Z, or gargantuan superstars like Madonna. Thanks to the work of George Brown, saxophonist Dennis Thomas, and every other member, we have songs that are timeless today.

This year, Brown released a memoir titled Too Hot: Kool & the Gang and Me, which goes over his personal story and that of his musical journey with his friends. He always described his music as “the sound of happiness.” The percussion expert is survived by his wife Hanh and his six children: Dorian, Jorge, Gregory, Jordan, Clarence, and Aaron. The Lung Cancer Foundation of America is accepting donations in his honor. For more news and the latest updates on more musical juggernauts, whether young or old, stick around on HNHH.
Rest In Peace George Brown.

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DJ Mark “The 45 King” James Passes Away At 62, Produced For Jay-Z & Eminem: Report

October 19, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Hip-hop is currently in a period of mourning, as legendary Bronx-born producer and DJ Mark “The 45 King” James has passed away at age 62. As of writing this article, the cause of his death is still unknown, and he had previously celebrated his 62nd birthday just a couple of days prior. Moreover, DJ Premier announced the tragic news on Instagram on Thursday (October 19), stating that James passed that morning. He was best-known for his production work with many early rap hits, as well as collaborations with the likes of Eminem, Jay-Z, and many more excellent artists in the game. “R.I.P. DJ Mark The 45 King who passed this morning,” DJ Premier wrote. “An ICON. His 62nd Birthday was Monday. I never heard of Gang Starr until I heard DJ Red Alert play their 2nd single Produced by Mark on 98.7 Kiss in NYC.

“[I was] shopping my demos looking to get a record deal,” DJ Premier continued. “Red Alert was playing ‘Bust A Move Boy’ cutting it up cr*zy and I heard Guru’s voice wondering who the f**k is Gang Starr? I went and bought the 12inch single to discover the label Wild Pitch Records. From there my friend Carlos Garza in Houston told Stu Fine who owned Wild Pitch about me. I connected with them in 1988 when Guruu was looking for a new DJ and a permanent Producer. Mark is responsible for so many classics and was a member of the Iconic Crew FLAVOR UNIT. (Queen Latifah, Latee, Chill Rob G., Lakim Shabazz, Double J, Lord Alibaski, DJ Cee Justice, Apache, Naughty By Nature, Freddie Foxxx, Markey Fresh, Rowdy Rahz, Storm P and so many more members beyond whom I’ve mentioned please pardon me if I didn’t post your name).

DJ Premier Honors DJ Mark “The 45 King” James

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“His sound was unlike any other from his heavy drums and his horns were so distinct on every production,” DJ Premier went on. “He got a huge Warner Bros. deal and remixed the Classic Madonna single ‘Keep It Together’ and the raw remix of Eric. B and Rakim ‘I Know You Got Soul.’ The “900 Number” is a Super Classic, Queen Latifah’s “Wrath Of My Madness”, “Ladies First” w/ Monie Love, Chill Rob G’s “Court Is In Session”, Latee “Cuts Got Flavor”, the Historical Jay-Z hit “Hard Knock Life” and Eminem’s “Stan” to name a few of his catalog will forever ring bells.

“Beyond that, his vinyl releases of breakebeats are beyond any DJ of the 80’s/90’s Era, practically endless,” he concluded. “Thanks Dave Lotwin (D & D) for Facetiming me Tuesday in the hospital to salute him 1 last time before he transitioned. I know he heard me loud and clear. Condolences to his brother Mike and his sister. It’s so much more to say but I’ll leave it here. Sleep Peacefully Mark thank you for all that you’ve done. You’re such a special part of our culture that is chiseled in the stone of the greatest parts of us. LOVE YOU MARK. R.I.P. GURUU, Apache, Double J, Markey Fresh.” Tributes also came from The Alchemist, Kid Capri, Young Guruu, and many more. For more news and updates on Mark, DJ Premier, and other hip-hop legends, stay up to date on HNHH. Our deepest condolences go out to James’ loved ones.
Rest In Power DJ Mark “The 45 King” James.

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Steve Harwell Of Smash Mouth Passes Away At 56

September 4, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Steve Harwell was the lead singer of the band Smash Mouth, which came to fame in the late 90s. Of course, they came up with the song “All-Star,” which is still an infamous song, even today. Unfortunately, it was revealed over the weekend that Harwell was going through some medical issues. He had been dealing with liver failure and was receiving hospice care. Overall, his manager Robert Hayes had made it clear that he wouldn’t be alive for much longer. Today, Harwell passed away at the age of 56.

As it turns out, Harwell retired from Smash Mouth about two years ago due to health complications. Numerous videos of Harwell performing erratically had made their way online, fueling rumors that he had an alcohol problem. However, Hayes made sure to remember Harwell on the best terms possible. As he told numerous publications in a statement, the former frontman was an “American original” who was an incredible artist. There was a lot of admiration in the statement.

Steve Harwell Was Beloved By Fans

“Steve’s iconic voice is one of the most recognizable voices from his generation. He loved the fans and loved to perform. Steve Harwell was a true American Original. A larger than life character who shot up into the sky like a Roman candle. Steve should be remembered for his unwavering focus and impassioned determination to reach the heights of pop stardom. And the fact that he achieved this near-impossible goal with very limited musical experience makes his accomplishments all the more remarkable. His only tools were his irrepressible charm and charisma, his fearlessly reckless ambition, and his king-size cajones. Steve lived a 100 percent full-throttle life. Burning brightly across the universe before burning out.”

Our thoughts are with Harwell’s family and friends during this very difficult time. Let us know your favorite Smash Mouth song, in the comments section below. Additionally, stay tuned to HNHH for more news and updates from around the music world.

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Magoo Dead At 50 Years Old: Report

August 14, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Magoo has reportedly passed away at the age of 50. He was best known for his work as one-half of Timbaland & Magoo. The duo released several hit songs in the 1990s and early 2000s, including “Up Jumps da Boogie.” According to HipHopDX, Digital Black, of the group Playa, was the first to break the news on Instagram. The rapper’s cause of death remains unclear.

“Man can’t believe this RIP Magoo damn big bro wasnt ready for this at all #superfriends,” he wrote in his post. Ginuwine also appeared to reference in passing in a post on Sunday night. It reads: “Times get rough but we keep on pushing just heard some news I hope it ain’t true …I just want everyone to know that time is short love who you love and make sure they know it.”

Magoo Reunites With Timbaland

(L-R) Timbaland and Magoo attend Timbaland’s birthday party at the Chop House on March 9, 2011 in Miami, Florida.

Plenty of fans shared posts reflecting on Magoo’s impact in the wake of the news. One wrote on X: “Rest In Peace Magoo. ‘Welcome To Our World’ is a personal classic which contained some of the best Timbaland production of that era. Magoo had a number of enjoyable verses and features — an integral part of the Bassment Crew.” Another wrote: “Rest In Peace to VA Hip-Hop Legend Magoo. I’m Devastated. I was just mentioning Him in an Interview. I’m in Shock, Bro. A Supafriends Crew Member. With Static and Aaliyah. I memorized damn near The whole ‘Welcome To Our World’ album with his verses. Can’t believe this.”

Digital Black Announces Magoo’s Passing

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In addition to “Up Jumps da Boogie,” Timbaland & Magoo released three studio albums together as a duo. Their first, Welcome to Our World, released in 1997, with a second, Indecent Proposal, coming in 2001. They released their final album together, Under Construction, Part II, in 2003. No further details regarding Magoo’s reported passing have been announced. Be on the lookout for further updates regarding a possible statement from his family or Timbaland on HotNewHipHop.

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Kid Cudi’s Grandmother Passed Away At Age 101, He Writes Tribute Message

August 11, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Kid Cudi took to Twitter on Friday (August 11) to share some heartbreaking news. The Cleveland creative shared with fans that his grandmother passed away peacefully at 101 years of age. Moreover, his supporters and regular users alike shared their sympathies, messages of support and condolences in the comments. “My grandma died today peacefully at 101,” he wrote. “She lived a long life and Ill miss her so much. Bye for now Grandma. Ill see u again one day. I love you.” We send our heartfelt condolences to Cudi and wish him well on his path of healing, grief, and his future career.

Furthermore, this news is never easy to handle for anyone, but it comes during a time in which Kid Cudi should be excited and happy for the rest of his year. For example, his next album INSANO is expected to release sometime in September. A lot of his fanbase is ecstatic for the release, and are looking forward to seeing him in a solo studio album capacity once again. Previous from this decade and the end of the last albums, excluding Man On The Moon III, have been collaborations or soundtracks for his Netflix special Entergalactic.

Kid Cudi Mourns His Grandma

It’s sad that the 39-year-old won’t get to enjoy this release with his grandma, but we’re sure she will be with him every step of the way. Although it was in a much lighter context, and perhaps is insensitive to refer to within this piece, Kid Cudi recently shared how he sees himself aging. This was after fans clowned him for hopping on the McDonald’s Grimace shake trend. “I see people dont get my humor and thats ok but dont be an a**hole on here cuz im being myself,” he wrote on Twitter. “I dont care what anyone thinks, ima always be myself. My silly goofy self. And my friends and family love me for it.”

“Soooo im suppose to like, lose my childlike spirit becuz im almost 40??” he continued in other tweets. “Maybe thatll be ur sad fate my friend, but ima be a happy silly dude til im old and grey. As u get older life sucks ur soul from u bit by bit and u lose that light u had inside when u were a kid. Ive always fought to preserve this spirit becuz I knew I didnt want to lose it.” For more news and the latest updates on Kid Cudi, check back in with HNHH.
Rest In Peace to Scott Mescudi’s grandmother.

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Robert De Niro’s Grandson Has Passed Away At 19

July 3, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Leandro De Niro Rodriguez, grandson of the great Robert De Niro, has died, according to a TMZ report. He was 19 years old. His mother, Drena De Niro, confirmed his passing on her Instagram on Sunday night. “My beautiful sweet angel,” she said in her post, “I don’t know how to live without you, but I’ll try to go on and spread the love and light that you so made me feel in getting to be your mama. You were so deeply loved and appreciated, and I wish that love alone could have saved you.”

Law enforcement told TMZ reporters Rodriguez was in his NYC apartment Sunday afternoon. He was sitting in a chair, not responding. A friend found him after a few days of zero contact from Rodriguez. The most recent update from law enforcement is that they are investigating this as a possible drug overdose. They discovered drugs and drug paraphernalia alongside the body.

Robert De Niro And The Passing Of His Grandson

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“I’m deeply distressed by the passing of my beloved grandson Leo,” De Niro said on Monday. “We’re greatly appreciative of the condolences from everyone. We ask that we please be given privacy to grieve our loss of Leo.” The 79-year-old actor was most recently filming in January of this year for The Wise Guys. However, he is at the moment not filming anything, giving him proper time and space to grieve this tragic situation. De Niro also let slip in May that he’d welcomed his seventh child into the world, which, at 79, makes for an interesting challenge.

As for Leandro De Niro Rodriguez, his acting career was just beginning at the time of his passing. He starred in A Star Is Born and Cabaret Maxime, both in 2018. He played the son of Bradley Cooper’s character’s best friend in A Star Is Born. Dave Chappelle played his father in the movie. At just 19 years old, Rodriguez’s death is devastating for the De Niro family.

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