American Artists are offering their condolences in the wake of the death of iconic rapper DMX.
The multi-talented rapper, songwriter and actor, whose birth name was Earl Simmons, died on Friday at age 50 after suffering a heart attack, according to a statement released by his family.
“We are deeply saddened to announce today that our loved one, DMX, birth name of Earl Simmons, passed away at 50-years-old at White Plains Hospital with his family by his side after being placed on life support for the past few days,” the family said in a statement. “Earl was a warrior who fought till the very end.”
Following the announcement of his death, many artists, actors and other celebrities took to social media to pay tribute to DMX.
Iconic music artist and producer Missy Elliott expressed her condolences on social media, asking for, “Continued Prayers for X family & friends for STRENGTH/HEALING.”
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“Even though you had battles you TOUCHED so many through your MUSIC and when you would PRAY so many people FELT THAT!” she tweeted. “This is heavy for the HipHop family but your LEGACY LIVES ON & your SPIRIT.”
Even though you had battles you TOUCHED so many through your MUSIC and when you would PRAY so many people FELT THAT! This is heavy for the HipHop family but your LEGACY LIVES ON & your SPIRIT. Continued Prayers for X family & friends for STRENGTH/HEALING🙏🏾 pic.twitter.com/ZI9NI6Nslg
— Missy Elliott (@MissyElliott) April 9, 2021
“Gods Poet. I Love You,” rapper Nas wrote in an Instagram post.
“Rest in Heaven DMX,” wrote Chance the Rapper.
Rest in Heaven DMX
— Chance The Rapper (@chancetherapper) April 9, 2021
Stars like Snoop Dogg, Justin Bieber, Ice T and more also expressed condolences.
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The Grammy nominee was known for his signature delivery and raspy voice in hits that included “Ruff Ryders’ Anthem” in 1998 and “Party Up (Up in Here)” in 1999. In July 2020, fans were thrilled when he joined rapper Snoop Dogg in a Verzuz battle that garnered over 1.4 million total viewers on Apple Music.
