We’re sad to announce that the legendary rapper Coolio has passed away. A close source shared that he was pronounced dead this Wednesday in Los Angeles.
Coolio’s longtime manager, Jarez spoke with TMZ today and explained that that Coolio was at a friends house and went to use the bathroom. After being in the bathroom for a long period of time Jarez says he began to call for him. He eventually walked in the bathroom and noticed the rapper just lying on the floor.
Once authorities were contacted and the EMT arrived they pronounced Coolio dead on the scene. Jarez says that the paramedics believe that the rapper died from cardiac arrest. Coolio passed away at the age of 59-years-old.
Fans are currently on Twitter paying tribute to the legendary rapper and all his accomplishments, one twitter user said, “RIP Coolio The kenan and kel theme song will always be iconic & pure legendary”
Another twitter user shared, “Coolio has sadly passed away at the age of 59. His hit ‘Gangstas Paradise’ is one of the most iconic hip hop songs of all time. RIP”
#Socialites lets keep his family and his loved ones in our prayers during this difficult time!