The tragic loss of Coolio shocked the hip-hop world and beyond, and now new details emerged surrounding its circumstances. Moreover, the coroner recently reported that the rapper died from a fentanyl overdose, and was also found with traces of heroin and methamphetamines in his system. Not only that, but police reportedly discovered three bags of drugs and paraphernalia at the scene, according to documents obtained by Page Six. Said bags were confirmed to belong to the “Fantastic Voyage” MC, from what authorities stated. Also, they gathered “a baggy with a brown powdery substance, foil with burn residue, a straw/tube, saline solution, [and] a spoon with residue.”
Furthermore, officials also found over-the-counter CBD products and vitamins at the scene, which was at a friend’s house in Los Angeles. In addition, these discoveries counter initial reports that no illicit substances were found at the time. Another important element is Coolio’s battle with asthma and long-term smoking, which exacerbated the overdose. Given his massive impact and multi-hyphenate entertainment work, many expressed heartbreak over his loss. Whether from the rap community or other industries, people paid their respects to his memory.
More Details Emerge About The Tragic Death Of Coolio
Coolio cause of death revealed
Thursday, the coroner’s office in Los Angeles reported that Coolio, the rapper who gained global recognition with his Grammy-winning song “Gangsta’s Paradise” in the 1990s, died due to the combined effects of fentanyl, heroin, & methamphetamine. pic.twitter.com/Ka7VUQqL8C
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“We are saddened by the loss of our dear friend and client, Coolio, who passed away Wednesday afternoon,” his talent manager Sheila Finegan stated. “He touched the world with the gift of his talent and will be missed profoundly. Please have Coolio’s loved ones in your thoughts and prayers.” As such, Michelle Pfeiffer shared her tribute to him on social media. “Heartbroken to hear of the passing of the gifted artist @coolio,” she wrote on Instagram. “A life cut entirely too short. I remember him being nothing but gracious. 30 years later I still get chills when I hear the song. Sending love and light to his family.”
“This is sad news,” Ice Cube tweeted shortly after his passing. “I witness first hand this man’s grind to the top of the industry. Rest In Peace.” Whether it was from the old guard or new, many vowed to keep his memory alive and to honor his legacy. Share your favorite music from him in the comments and log back into HNHH for the latest on Coolio.