Coolio Dead at 59: Michelle Pfeiffer, Ice Cube and More Pay Tribute After Legendary Rapper’s Death

Dangerous Minds. Coolio, who has died aged 59, made playful, melodic and popular music, in contrast to many others in the LA hip-hop and rap scene, and had worked hard, succeeding in achieving recognition in a crowded field. Artis Leon Ivey Jr was born in 1963 in Monessen, Pennsylvania – the son of a carpenter and a factory worker – and grew up in Compton, California.

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Tributes have been paid to rapper Coolio, who died at the age of 59 on Wednesday. Coolio is perhaps best known for his 1995 hit "Gangsta's Paradise" that helped usher in an era of gangster rap with mainstream appeal. His peers in the scene, including Snoop Dogg and Ice Cube, were among the first to share messages on social media following the news of his death.

Coolio, following the announcement of his death at the age of 59. The musician was believed to have a heart attack, after being found unresponsive at a friend’s house.Michelle Pfeiffer was one of the first celebrities to post a heartfelt message about her friend, as she starred in the Gangsta’s Paradise music video and in the film Dangerous Minds, which featured the popular song.“Heartbroken to hear of the passing of the gifted artist Coolio,” she wrote. “A life cut entirely too short.

Coolio's death on Wednesday, the Los Angeles Fire Department has shared new information about the rapper's final moments.Coolio — who was born Artis Leon Ivey Jr. — died in Los Angeles at the age of 59. His longtime manager, Jarez, confirmed the news to Jarez told the outlet that paramedics suspected cardiac arrest was the cause of death, though no official determination has been made.In a statement to ET, LAFD confirmed that a team of firefighters and paramedics responded to the 2900 block of South Chesapeake Avenue at 4:00 p.m. PT following reports of a medical emergency.

Michelle Pfeiffer is «heartbroken» over the untimely death of rapper Coolio. The actress remembered the hit performer, bornArtis Leon Ivey Jr., whom she worked with on the 1995 drama, . Coolio's iconic track, «Gangsta's Paradise,» was featured in the film's opening scene and as a single from the movie's soundtrack. Both the song and the album peaked at number one on the Billboard charts.

Michelle Pfeiffer is mourning the loss of someone who made an unforgettable mark in her career, rapper Coolio.MORE: Michelle Pfeiffer mourns beloved family dogs on their special dayThe music and entertainment world were shocked to learn that the singer was found dead in a friend's home in Los Angeles on Wednesday.Coolio and Michelle's careers were quite intertwined, as the two worked together on the 1995 film Dangerous Minds, where he debuted his hit song Gangsta's Paradise, to which the actress credited the film's success.WATCH: Michelle Pfeiffer discovers her cat's unusual habitMORE: Michelle Pfeiffer pays emotional tribute to late mom on her birthdayTaking to Instagram to pay tribute, she wrote: "Heartbroken to hear of the passing of the gifted artist @coolio. A life cut entirely too short."Looking back on their collaboration, she said: "As some of you may know I was lucky enough to work with him on Dangerous Minds in 1995.

Michelle Pfeiffer, who starred in the music video for Coolio‘s Grammy-winning song “Gangsta’s Paradise,” took to Instagram to pay tribute to the rapper who passed away at age 59.

death at age 59 on Wednesday.The “Gangsta’s Paradise” hitmaker’s official cause of death is pending though cardiac arrest is suspected.Fellow rapper Snoop Dogg, who collaborated with the Grammy winner on his 2006 track “Gangsta Walk,” rushed to Instagram to pay his respects.“Gangstas paradise. R.

Coolio, the rapper best known for his UK Number 1 single Gangsta's Paradise, has died aged 59.

Michelle Pfieffer has led tributes to late rapper and Celebrity Big Brother star Coolio. It was confirmed by his management that the Gangsta’s Paradise rapper had died aged 59 on Wednesday 28 September. Coolio’s manager at Trinity Artists International, Sheila Finegan, said: “We are saddened by the loss of our dear friend and client, Coolio, who passed away this afternoon.

@Coolio https://t.co/vCeyn08VsiLL Cool J expressed his “love & respect” for the “Fantastic Voyage” hitmaker.Rest in power my brother .@Coolio Love & Respect“Heartbroken to hear of the passing of the gifted artist @coolio. A life cut entirely too short. As some of you may know I was lucky enough to work with him on Dangerous Minds in 1995.