Don't miss a thing by getting the latest from the Manchester Evening News sent direct to your inbox US rapper DMX has died aged 50.
The star, whose real name is Earl Simmons, died after going into cardiac arrest earlier this month. The rapper's family confirmed his death in a statement to People, saying: "We are deeply saddened to announce today that our loved one, DMX, birth name of Earl Simmons, passed away at 50 years old at White Plains Hospital with his family by his side after being placed on life support for the past few days." The statement added: "Earl was a warrior who fought till the very end.
He loved his family with all of his heart and we cherish the times we spent with him. "Earl's music inspired countless fans across the
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