Rapper and hype man Fatman Scoop whose real name is Isaac Freeman III (August 6, 1971 – August 31,2024) died after collapsing during a performance at the Green and Gold Party summer concert in Hamden, about six miles from New Haven, when he suffered a medical emergency on stage.
His family confirmed his death in an Instagram post on Saturday (8/31/24). He was 53.
“It is with profound sadness and very heavy hearts that we share news of the passing of the legendary and iconic FatMan Scoop,” a post on his Instagram post read. “Last night, the world lost a radiant soul, a beacon of light on the stage and in life.”
May he Rest In Peace 🙏🏽
