Rapper DJ Unk dead at 43

Star with rap DJ UNK died. He is 43.

“With a heavy heart and deep sadness we have announced a true legend of ATL Anthony Platt known as DJ Unk,” his former record label wrote on a Friday, January 24, Instagram Statement. “For major records of Big OOMP and the border of Bor, we have extended our deep appreciation for his family, friends, and countless fans touched by his artistry and spirit.”

The statement continued, “DJ UNK is not just a legendary DJ, Rapper and producer, but a true stone in our label and imprint that he has left the world. Like ‘walking’ and ‘2 steps’ leaving an uncontrollable score in the industry, and his heritage will continue to encourage artists, DJs, and fans for years to come. His strength, creativity, and craft commitment cannot be forgotten. “

Many OOMP records further asked the following “keep his family in your thoughts and prayers In this difficult time. “

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“We also want to thank everyone that supports DJ UNK and OOMP OOMP for years,” Social Media has ended. “Rest in peace, no. You enjoy right away. 🕊️. “

art cause death have not been publicly revealed. DJ Ink is saved by his wife, Sherkita Long-Plattand their children.

“Please take care of me and my family,” Long-plate wrote by Fickook on Friday. “I just lost my husband and my kids just lost their father. Our life isn’t the same. I love you anthony forever.”

The DJ Unk stood in Fame in 2000 when he signed the major OOMP records, later released his debut album Beat’n yo block! Six years ago. “Go it” soon becomes a runaway hit, which prompts a remix of André 3000 and Jim Jones.

One year after release his sophomore album, DJ UNK suffering heart attack In 2009. He blamed the horror of health on a regular journey, poor eating habits and drinking alcohol.

“It’s from not exercising, from not eating right. Basic man, I work every day,” he told XXL magazine In 2010. All I do is every day I try to do something that happens in my household. I keep going, I’m always on the planes, at different times and you know it’s a toll. It is stress. “

DJ UNK added the outlet he “calms down” two drinks and smoking after cardiac incident.

“I’m not just going ham like I did before; everything was so fast,” he added in time. “Instead of praying once as before, I’m going twice a day.”