Musician Young Capone has sadly died aged 35.
The American rapper, whose hits include Lights Camera Action and What It Is, tragically died only a few weeks after he was reported missing in Chicago.
His publicist Aleesha Carter took to Instagram on Tuesday (August 16) to share the announcement of his passing.
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She told his fans: “This is with a heavy heart that I’m even posting this. We made magic when we strategically put out projects, always.
“Young Capone, aka Dopeboy Ra, aka Rara was one of my first Hip Hop/ Rap clients, and I can’t believe the news I just got of his unexpected passing! A friend…a client, and just huge in East Atlanta. This is not the easiest post at all. Rest easy, RIP.”
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The announcement included a video from his music video with Mario, Choosin, along with artwork honouring the late Atlanta-based rapper, who was also known to fans as Dopeboy Ra and RaRa.
It is not yet known what the cause of death is.
103.5 The Beat reported that the rapper went missing in Chicago a few weeks back in July.
After news of his passing emerged, the likes of Jermaine Dupri and various other musicians shared their condolences to social media.
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Singer Jermaine uploaded an excerpt of the Young Capone song I’m Hot and a snap of the late musician smoking in a car.
He captioned the post with four dove emojis.
Meanwhile, Grand Hustle’s Tip shared a statement that read: “The Grand Hustle family is deeply saddened by the tragic passing of Rara (formally known as Young Capone). We are sending our sincere condolences to his family, children, friends and the Atlanta community.
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“Our Grand Hustle brother will be truly missed for his remarkable presence and effortless talent.”
Music manager Djuan Hart posted on Instagram with the music video for Friends: “Really not the type of post i wanna be posting man. The making of this video was the first thing came to mind when I heard shawty was deceased. Big talent no… Condolences to his family and loved ones.”
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