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Rap legend Heavy D, one of the most influential rappers of the '90s, died earlier today.
Heavy D – real name Dwight Arrington Myers, was rushed to an L.A. hospital around noon today and was pronounced dead at the hospital at 1 pm. He was 44 years old.
LEADERSHIP gathered that a 911 call was placed from Heavy's Beverly Hills home around 11:25 AM to report an unconscious male on the walkway.
When help arrived, Heavy D was conscious and speaking and was transported to a nearby hospital. He died a short time later.
Cops are investigating the death and so far, there are no obvious signs of foul play. Police are currently at the home.
Heavy D had several massive hits, including “Now That We Found Love.” He also wrote and performed the theme song for “In Living Color” and appeared as an actor in the movie “Life.”
Heavy just performed at the Michael Jackson Tribute Concert in Wales on October 8. He sang “Jam” with La Toya Jackson, and rocked it.
Eddie F, one of the founding members of Heavy D & the Boyz issued a heartfelt statement about his longtime friend, saying, “We were only young kids out of high school when we got into the game just wanting to make fun music filled with love and excitement.
“We always had so much fun as a group. I cherish all the happy times we had together while unknowingly helping to build the movement and legacy we call Uptown Records”, adding, “I love you Hev and we all will miss you so much.