Biz Markie Dead: ‘Just a Friend’ Rapper Dies at 57

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A.D. Amorosi The sad news that legendary legacy rapper, beat master and comic actor Biz Markie had passed away at age 57 was not unexpected.

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quashed rumours that the musician had died, after speculation spread on social media.She said: ‘The news of Biz Markie’s passing is not true. Biz is still under medical care, surrounded by professionals who are working hard to provide the best health care possible.”‘Biz’s wife and family are touched by the outpouring of love and admiration from his friends, peers and fans alike.

Biz Markie – born Marcel Theo Hall, and branded the ‘Clown Prince of Hip Hop’ by virtue of his legendary tenure as a pioneer of the genre, and his inimitable sense of humour – has died at age 57.News of his passing was confirmed by rep Jenni Izumi, who wrote in a statement: “It is with profound sadness that we announce, this evening, with his wife Tara by his side, hip hop pioneer Biz Markie peacefully passed away.

Biz Markie was a rapper best known for his 1989 hit song, “Just a Friend.”Markie had moderate success on R&B radio with his early singles “Make the Music With Your Mouth” (1987) and “Vapors” (1988). But it was “Just a Friend” that made him a star, reaching No.

Biz Markie, the rapper who rose to fame with the one-hit wonder Just A Friend, has died at age 57.The hip-hop legend died at a Baltimore hospital on Friday night from complications of diabetes, TMZreports.Although Markie was best known for his instantly catching song and other tunes, he inadvertently helped to end an era of unchecked sampling in hip-hop as the result of a 1991 lawsuit against him.

Biz Markie, the rapper whose classic “Just a Friend” was a major hit in 1989 and has since been sampled in countless songs and videos, has died Friday in a Baltimore hospital from complications of diabetes. He was 57.

TMZ confirmed the hip-hop pioneer’s death on July 16 after false rumors of his passing swirled across social media just days prior. Hall reportedly suffered brain damage due to complications from diabetes and spent his final days in hospice care surrounded by family and close friends. Most notable for his enduring Top-40 international hit “Just a Friend,” Hall brought his own brand of lightheartedness to the rap scene when it was still in its infancy.

Biz Markie, the rapper, singer and actor behind the 1989 hit “Just a Friend,” died Friday in Baltimore. He was 57.“It is with profound sadness that we announce, this evening, with his wife Tara by his side, hip hop pioneer Biz Markie peacefully passed away,” his rep Jenni Izumi said in a statement.“We are grateful for the many calls and prayers of support that we have received during this difficult time.

Legendary Rapper Biz Markie has passed away at 57.

Biz Markie, the rapper whose classic Just A Friend was a major hit in 1989 and has since been sampled in countless songs and videos, has died. He passed in a Baltimore hospital from complications of diabetes. He was 57.

showbiz gossip straight to your inbox with the Daily Star's FREE newsletterIconic rapper Biz Markie who was known for his classic hit "Just a Friend" has passed away.It is understood that the star died after complications with diabetes which he had been battling with over the last year, reports TMZ Reporters working on dailystar.co.uk will be working to source the latest information, reaction, pictures and video related to this story. You can also follow us on Twitter @DailyStar to get the latest news updates 24 hours a day.