Fatman Scoop’s Death: Family Issues Statement

Fatman Scoop’s family has issued a statement following the unexpected death of the Hip-Hop artist at a Connecticut concert Friday night (August 30). The performance, held at Hamden Town Center Park, turned tragic when Fatman Scoop (real name Isaac Freeman) collapsed on stage.

Despite immediate medical intervention, including chest compressions and CPR from paramedics, they couldn’t prevent Fatman Scoop’s death. The 53-year-old artist died shortly after being transported to a nearby hospital.

In an Instagram statement released by his family, they expressed their profound sadness over his passing.

“It is with very heavy hearts that we share news of the passing of the legendary and iconic Fatman Scoop,” the statement reads. “Last night, the world lost a radiant soul, a beacon of light on the stage and in life.”

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The family described him not just as a performer but as a father, brother, uncle and friend, who brought laughter and joy into their lives. As the family mourned the loss, they celebrated Fatman Scoop’s incredible life and the legacy he’ll leave behind.

“His infectious joy and generosity will be deeply missed but never forgotten,” the statement concluded. “Fatman Scoop’s legacy is of love and brightness; it will reside in our hearts and memories forever.”

Fatman Scoop’s meteoric rise began in the late 1990s and early 2000s, driven by his dynamic vocal style and larger-than-life stage presence.

His breakout hit, 1999’s “Be Faithful” featuring the Crooklyn Clan, became a global anthem, topping charts in the U.K. and Ireland and becoming a staple in clubs worldwide. He even hosted a mixtape released by AllHipHop.

“I genuinely like your site,” he once said. “I genuinely like the email alerts I get everyday. So what I did was, I sat down and figured out a way that we could both get together. And that will continue in the future!”

Fatman Scoop’s distinctive voice and hype man persona were crucial to the track’s success, which famously sampled Faith Evans’ “Love Like This.”

“The voice is everything man,” Fatman Scoop told AllHipHop. “But the voice is one part of it. God is another part of it. And for God to put you in a position where you can have your voice out there as a platform, that in itself is another thing you got to thank God for. I do every morning. And I don’t care if anybody thinks that I’m corny or wack or whatever, but thanking God – I do that.”

Fatman Scoop’s career extended beyond music; he became a beloved radio personality on New York’s Hot 97, hosted television shows like Celebrity Big Brother and mentored young musicians on the U.K. series Chancers. He also co-hosted a relationship podcast titled “Man and Wife TV,” showcasing his versatility and broad appeal.

R.I.P. – Below are some images of Fatman Scoop throughout the years.