The corner of 109th Street and 5th Avenue will soon carry the name of a hometown hero when it’s officially named “Isaac ‘Fatman Scoop’ Freeman III Place” in a public ceremony. The affair takes place Saturday, August 9 at 2 p.m. in Harlem, New York.
Grammy Award-winning artist Isaac “Fatman Scoop” Freeman III will be honored by his family, New York City Council Member Dr. Yusef Salaam and the Forever Fatman Scoop Foundation. Scoop was a native of Harlem and a beloved member of the Hip-Hop community.
Known worldwide for his booming voice, Scoop’s contributions to music, entertainment and community empowerment go back decades. Still, his heart has never strayed far from the block that raised him.
“Scoop has always represented Harlem with pride,” said Kendell “Sav” Freeman, his brother. “This co-naming is a tribute not just to his artistry, but to his ongoing commitment to uplifting the community that raised him.”
The ceremony is expected to draw friends, family, civic leaders and community members. All of them to convene to recognize a figure who has carried Harlem’s energy across the globe.
With hits like “Be Faithful” and multiple Grammy wins under his belt, Freeman has collaborated with some of the most prominent names in music.
Scoop’s relentless loyalty for giving back made him a figure worthy of this rare municipal honor.
Dr. Salaam’s support of the initiative also adds profound symbolism. Dr. Salaam is a member of the Exonerated Five and now a public servant. Other attendees at the co-naming will bring the same raw energy as Scoop rocking the stage.
Fatman Scoop unfortunately passed away after collapsing during a performance in Hamden, Connecticut, on August 30, 2024. Medical reports later confirmed his death was due to hypertensive and atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease. There were no signs of foul play.
The event is open to the public.
EVENT DETAILS
Date: Saturday, August 9, 2025
Time: 2:00 PM
Location: Corner of 109th Street & 5th Avenue, New York, NY 10029
About Isaac “Fatman Scoop” Freeman III:
Isaac “Fatman Scoop” Freeman is a two-time Grammy Award-winning artist renowned for his high-octane voice and presence across Hip-Hop, R&B and pop. Best known for the club anthem Be Faithful, his work has reached audiences worldwide. Scoop remains a vocal advocate for Harlem, investing his time, energy and resources into the very community that first amplified his v