DMX’s attorney, Murray Richman, said the hip-hop artist, whose real name is Earl Simmons, has had a heart attack.
“I got a call this morning that Earl Simmons was in the hospital, at White Plains Hospital, and that he had had a heart attack, and I’m not sure how it was caused and that he has life support,” Richman said. .
Richman has not said whether the rapper overdosed, as has been reported by a number of outlets.
“I’ve talked to the family and the relatives and I’m very close. I’m concerned about his well-being and aware of his significance. I’ve known Earl for over 25 years and I believe his music is quite moving. , very important. He really is a poet of our time, “said Richman.
Richman said Simmons was making a movie.
Good wishes hit social media from many celebrities on Saturday.
Hip-hop producer Eric B and fellow rapper Missy Elliott asked their followers to pray for DMX.
Please pray, send healing energy, whatever positive vibes you can have #DMX
– Gabrielle Union (@itsgabrielleu) April 3, 2021
Prayers for DMX, we pray for your brother
– Tracy Morgan (@TracyMorgan) April 3, 2021
Pray for DMX 💔💛🙏🏿
– Viola Davis (@violadavis) April 3, 2021
Today is 4/3/21 – it is only right that we celebrate my brother’s talent and genius @DMX on the 4,3,2,1 number. We Love you X get well soon. pic.twitter.com/2YejrFdo5E
– LLCOOLJ (@llcoolj) April 3, 2021
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