Fatman Scoop DIES aged 53 after collapsing on stage mid-performance #fatmanscoop #rapper#connecticut

[Music] noise you better give it up a fat man scoop right now I said make some to Make Some Noise wait up if you came to party make said that you are alpha and omega God your word says in Isaiah 53 and5 that with your stripes we are healed now father we call on the healing power of Jesus to touch fat man scoop right now God father touch his body touch it from the crown of his head to the very soul of his feet god father I ask and I pray Lord God that you will show up and show off God put the right medical personnel around them God father give them wisdom give them insight on like God father I ask and I pray Lord God that you would touch his heart put your hand on his body rapper Fatman Scoop whose real name was Isaac Freeman III passed away at the age of 53 following a medical emergency that occurred on stage the Beloved artist collapsed while performing at hamon toown Center Park in Connecticut on Friday night and was immediately rushed to the hospital Witnesses described the chaotic scene as fans screamed and Medics race to the stage after Freeman struggled and then disappeared from view while climbing onto a platform his chore manager announced Fatman scoop's tragic passing on Saturday expressing his deep Sorrow by saying he was lost for words the news was also confirmed by Freeman's manager DJ and producer bur Michael who shared the sad announcement on social media with a heavy heart shortly after Freeman's family released a statement highlighting his role not just as a performer but also as a loving father brother uncle and friend they described Freeman as a radiant soul and a beacon of light whose presence brought joy and support to those around him last night the world lost a radiant Soul a beacon of light on the stage and in life the family said he was the laughter in our lives a constant source of support unwavering strength and courage born in New York City in 1971 Isaac Freeman 3 Rose to fame as Fatman Scoop known for his booming voice and ability to energize any crowd he became a prominent figure in the early 2000s through his collaborations with renowned artists such as Missy Elliot and Mariah Carey his powerful vocal style earned him the titled the Undisputed voice of the club and his music brought joy and positivity making people dance and celebrate life Fatman Scoops contributions to music earned him significant recognition including three Grammy Awards in recent years he expanded his career into podcasting and reality television including a memorable appearance on Channel 5 Celebrity Big Brother UK versus USA in 2015 despite his many achievements his life came to a sudden end due to a medical emergency the exact cause of which remains unclear footage captured by audience members during his final performance shows Fatman Scoop hyping up the crowd shouting phrases like let's make some noise before striding towards the back of the stage and climbing stairs to the DJ booth his breathing appeared to become labored as he panted into the microphone saying if you came to party make some noise before his words slurred and he collapsed dropping the microphone the venue filled with gasps and screams as fellow performers tried to calm the panicked audience despite their efforts to keep the atmosphere upbeat the response from the crowd was much quieter than before in another video clip a member of Fatman scoop's team can be seen walking to the DJ booth and turning off the music leaving the venue in an eerie Silence with the view partly obscured Medics began performing chest compression on the rapper emergency responders were dispatched to the scene around 8:33 p.m. and Freeman was quickly taken away on a stretcher and transported to a nearby hospital hamton mayor Lauren Garrett addressed the incident asking fans to keep Freeman in their thoughts and prayers as he received emergency medical care following the news of his death tributes poured in from fans and fellow artists around the world the UK's reminisce Festival where Fatman Scoop was scheduled to perform on September 7th expressed deep sadness over his passing his absence will be profoundly felt by everyone the festival organizers said he was not just one of our most popular performers he was a cherished member of the Reminisce family Fatman Scoops impact on the music industry was undeniable and his collaborations with artists like Missy Elliot Mariah Carey and David GB brought his distinctive voice to a wide audience Missy Elliott shared a heartfelt tribute on social media expressing her condolences and admiration for his lasting influence Fatman scoop's voice and energy have contributed to many songs that made people feel happy and want to dance for over two decades your impact will never be forgotten she wrote Elliot sent her prayers to his family wishing them strength during this difficult time Fatman Scoops stage name which has become iconic in the music industry has an interesting origin story in 2014 he revealed that the nickname was given to him by his uncle inspired by his love of ice cream this amusing anecdote dispelled the popular rumor that Lauren Hill had given him the nickname when he appeared as an extra in the Fuji's 1996 music video for Killing Me Softly on the day he collapsed Fatman Scoop had released the official music video for what would become his final collaboration with dice Paso a song titled Let It Go fellow artists including Lil John and Timberland took to social media to pay their respects Lil John wrote rest well brother while Timberland and Fat Joe both frequent collaborators shared their grief by posting strings of emojis Freeman's ex-wife Shanda Freeman also shared a tribute on Instagram posting two heartbreak emojis DJ Quest love another prominent figure in the music industry expressed his gratitude for Fatman scoop's contributions simply writing thank you scoop Freeman's touring agency mn2s released a statement remember ing him as a beloved figure whose music touched the hearts of countless fans around the globe they highlighted his iconic voice infectious energy and great personality all of which left an indelible mark on the industry his legacy will live on through his timeless music the statement concluded Fatman scoop's sudden passing has left a void in the music community and among his fans known for his Larger than Life personality and unmatched ability to energize a crowd he will be remembered not not just for his performances but for the joy and laughter he brought to those around him as his family friends and fans mourn his loss they will cherish the memories of his vibrant spirit and celebrate the lasting impact of his music on the world thank you for watching if you enjoyed this video please subscribe and turn on the notification Bell for more updates on celebrity deaths and news updates