Last night’s Emmys broadcast opened with a special moment that was surprisingly unexpected but greatly appreciated for hip-hop. With comedic legend Cedric The Entertainer holding down hosting duties for the 73rd annual airing, the night began with a tribute and salute to the late Biz Markie, whom we lost back in July. Lead by the…
Earlier this week, hip-hop celebrated the life and legacy of the late Marcel Theo Hall, most notably known as the great Biz Markie. BET streamed the emotional memorial, in which close friends and artists like Roxanne Shante and Montell Jordan, all shared their touching messages for the late icon. As the rapper sadly passed away…
Last week’s news of the passing of beloved hip-hop legend Biz Markie was a loss that the hip-hop community felt deeply. As we have experienced great loss over the past few months, with the deaths of the late DMX, Shock G, and Black Rob, hip-hop has banded together to honor and pay their respects. …
Back in April, the iconic Biz Markie celebrated his 57th birthday and while there have been numerous reports and updates about his current health condition, last night an unfortunate story circulated around that the rapper had sadly passed, which we have now learned is not the case. Wishing a Happy 57th birthday to @BizMarkie! 📸…
Sadly, we have lost yet another iconic hip-hop figure as it was announced that Mark “Prince Markie Dee” Morales of the legendary Fat Boys has passed away just one day before his 53rd birthday. While details surrounding Morales’ sudden death are scarce, many have taken to social media to share their condolences and pay tribute…