▶ Watch Video: Rapper Fatman Scoop dies after collapsing on stage in Connecticut Rapper Isaac Freeman III.
Rapper Isaac Freeman III, known professionally as Fatman Scoop, has died after collapsing on stage during a performance in Connecticut. He was 56 years old, his booking agency said.
The rapper was performing at Hamden Town Center Park on Friday when he experienced a medical emergency, according to Hamden Mayor Lauren Garrett. He was transported to a local hospital via ambulance, Garrett said.
A video from the concert showed Scoop hyping up the crowd at Hamden’s Green and Gold Party just moments before the collapse. After he collapsed, another performer could be seen leading the crowd in prayer as a group of people huddled around the rear of the stage.
Scoop’s tour manager Birch Michael confirmed the rapper’s death on social media. He did not provide any information about what caused Scoop’s collapse or death.
