Grammy-winning rapper and actor Coolio has passed away at age 59.
Coolio, who won a Grammy for his No. 1 smash-hit ‘Gangsta’s Paradise’ in 1996, has passed away at the age of 59. Whilst no cause of death has been determined yet, Coolio leaves behind a long career as a rapper, record producer, and actor.
Coolio’s manager, Jarez Posey, confirmed the news that the rapper died Wednesday in Los Angeles. Speaking with TMZ, Posey confirmed that Coolio, whose birth name is Artis Leon Ivey Jr, went to a bathroom at a friend’s house and did not return, leaving his friend to call paramedics. Unfortunately, Coolio was declared dead at the scene, with an autopsy and toxicology test to be conducted to determine the official cause of the rapper’s death.
COLLIDER VIDEO OF THE DAY Whilst beginning his career in the rap scene in the late 80s, Coolio gained national fame when contributing to the soundtrack of Dangerous Minds. Coolio’s 1995 hit, "Gangsta’s Paradise," featured in the film starring Michelle Pfeiffer, staying at number one for three weeks and earning him a Grammy in the following year.
Coolio’s acting career also extended into television, where he also starred in a number of series from 1995 to 2021. Coolio first appeared in The Parent ‘Hood as The Gangster, and later that year in Martin as himself. After appearing in a few other shows, he played the role of Irwin in two episodes of The Nanny in 1998, Lazarus Demon in Charmed in 2002, and Mr Wence in Teachers in 2017.
Coolio’s legacy will last forever thanks to not only his "Gangsta’s Paradise" hit, but for his impact throughout the music, film, and television industries. Our thoughts and prayers are with Coolio's friends, and family as we learn more about his death in the coming days. In his memory, you can watch the music video for "Gangsta's Paradise" down below:
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