THIS is the shocking moment rapper Fatman Scoop collapsed on stage mid-performance before his tragic death.
Disturbing footage has emerged showing the hip hop star receiving CPR after he passed out behind the DJ booth as his fans screamed in fear.
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Fatman Scoop seen on stage moments before collapsing mid-performance Credits: SWNS
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The rapper was behind the DJ booth when he suddenly fell to the ground Credit: SWNS
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The rap legend tragically passed away at the age of 53 Credit: Getty
The rapper, real name Issac Freeman, was performing at Town Center Park in Hamden, Connecticut, when chaos ensued.
A shirtless Freeman was seen addressing the crowd at the front of the stage before taking a few steps behind the DJ booth.
Appearing to lean forward on the mixing desk, the star continued to try to get the crowd excited, taking a long pause after saying: “If you’ve come to the party…
“Make some noise.”
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At that moment, Freeman’s words trailed off and he suddenly collapsed to the ground.
Another performer stopped the music and continued to speak to the crowd as emergency services rushed in and began applying pressure on his chest.
“Nothing’s happening – on stage. I just want to say this – Hamden, where are you all, make some noise for me, baby,” said the performer.
Freeman’s desperate fans were heard screaming at the performers asking if their idol was okay.
Fatman Scoop revealed his music was inspired by ‘life’ in his latest interview just weeks before the rapper’s shocking death aged 53
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The hip-hop legend’s death was confirmed by his tour manager on SaturdayCredit: Getty
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Fatman Scoop is seen performing in November 2023 in Melbourne, AustraliaCredit: Getty
Exclamations like “Oh my God!” and “We want to know what happened to Fatman” were heard from the crowd.
“Is he okay?!” screamed another concertgoer.
They continued to perform chest compressions outside as one fan was heard saying: “Lord touch him – please, Father, God touch him.”
Separate footage also emerged showing Freeman on a gurney outside the venue as emergency workers crowded around him.
The star was rushed to a nearby hospital on Friday evening, but tragically died at the age of 53.
His death was announced by his tour manager Birch Michael, also known as Pure Cold, on Saturday morning.
Freeman’s grieving family also posted a heartbreaking tribute on his official Instagram page.
It read: “It is with deep sadness and heavy hearts that we share the news of the passing of the legendary and iconic FatMan Scoop.”
“Last night, the world lost a shining soul, a beacon of light on stage and in life.
“FatManScoop was not only a world-class performer, he was a father, brother, uncle and friend.
“He was the laughter in our lives, a constant source of support, unwavering strength and courage.”
The family called the rapper “the undisputed voice of the club”, saying his music made them “dance and embrace life with positivity”.
“His joy was contagious and the generosity he showed will be sorely missed by all of us, but will never be forgotten,” the statement continued.
“While we mourn the loss of FatManScoop, we also celebrate his remarkable life and the countless lives he touched.
“FatMan Scoop’s legacy is full of love and light, it will live on in our hearts and memories forever.”
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Freeman’s family confirmed his death in a statement on InstagramCredit: Instagram/fatmanscoop
Why the name “Fatman Scoop?”
ISAAC Freeman, also known as Fatman Scoop, passed away on Saturday according to his tour manager.
The family of Fatman Scoop, whose real name is Isaac Freeman, confirmed his death in a heartbreaking social media post on Saturday.
The hip-hop icon was best known for his nickname, which often seemed odd to some fans.
However, he revealed in 2015 why he chose that name.
“My uncle Jack, God bless the dead, would always take me for ice cream,” Freeman told the Mirror at the time.
“I loved ice cream! My parents would say, ‘Stop feeding that boy ice cream!’ But he said: ‘I don’t care, give him what he wants!’
“He gave me the nickname Scoop and it stuck with me,” Freeman continued.
“Then, of course, I was a fat guy, so it was the Fatman Scoop. It was that simple.”
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