Good Morning Britain's Ben Shephard shares surprising connection to late rapper Coolio

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Good Morning Britain host Ben Shephard has shared his surprising connection to late rapper Coolio.The Gangsta's Paradise hitmaker passed away on Wednesday at the age of 59.Paying tribute to Coolio on Thursday's episode (September 29) of the ITV show, Ben remembered his experience of working with the Dangerous Minds star on Tipping Point.READ MORE:Gangsta's Paradise rapper Coolio dies aged 59 in his 'mate's bathroom'Coolio appeared in a 2013 episode of Tipping Point: Lucky Stars alongside comedian Jenny Eclair and Emmerdale star Matthew Wolfenden.Sharing his memories of Coolio, Ben said: "It felt like a really natural fit."It was one of those extraordinary moments and he was lovely. "He was just a really lovely edition.

Maybe a bit surreal but amazing to have him there."Taken aback by Ben's surreal admission, Susanna asked: "Did you sort of have a moment Ben where [you think] 'I'm saying lets load drop zone two for Coolio."The Grammy-winning, billion streams on Spotify for Gangsta's Paradise Coolio?"Ben added: "It was one of those really random television and showbiz collisions between the world of hardcore rap and light entertainment."This is a live TV story and is being constantly updated.

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