Fatman Scoop received his flowers from friends and family with a special “homecoming” at New York City’s Apollo Theater. Fans, friends, and family members of Scoop piled into the legendary theater on Thursday (Sept. 12). Industry giants like Busta Rhymes, LL Cool J, and Teddy Riley popped out. Additional guests included Jim Jones, A$AP Ferg, Ron Browz, DJ Enuff, Maino, DJ Self, and Treach. Many were overcome with emotion as they celebrated the iconic entertainer.
During his celebration of life, several guests paid homage to Fatman Scoop while sharing memories of his larger-than-life personality. Busta Rhymes refers to Fatman Scoop as “one of the most beautiful human beings” he’s . “I don’t think I’ve ever ran into Fatman Scoop having an off day. I’ve never seen him angry, I’ve never seen him upset, I’ve never seen him perspire and worry about things outside of when he was on that stage busting a**.” On Saturday (Aug.31), Fatman Scoop’s tour manager Birch Micheal, aka Pure Cold, confirmed the rapper, dj and hype-man’s death on Instagram.
Fatman Scoop Dead At 56
The iconic entertainer was 56 at the time of his death. To date, there has not been information about what led to Fatman Scoop’s death. “It is with the heaviest of hearts I announce the passing of Issac Freeman III, professionally known as Fatman Scoop.” He continues: “I am honestly lost for words … you took me all over the world and had me performing alongside you on some of the biggest and greatest stages on this planet, the things you taught me have truely made me the man I am today.”
Scoop’s ex-wife Shanda Freeman, paid a heartfelt tribute to the iconic hype man and musician following his death at age 53. In an emotional post on Instagram, Freeman honored her late ex-husband, describing him as an “icon” whose legacy touched countless lives. “I want to personally thank everyone who has shown so much love for Isaac, @fatmanscoop, and myself,” she wrote. “He was an icon and a legend, and so many people loved him.”