Rapper and radio personality Fatman Scoop has died at the age of 53. Born with the name Isaac Freeman III, the hype man was performing at a concert when he collapsed on stage.

Fatman Scoop, the rapper and hype man known for his 1999 hit “Be Faithful” and who worked with artists such as Missy Elliott and Mariah Carey, has died. He was 56. Fatman Scoop, real name ...

Fatman Scoop, a rapper and hype man who collaborated with Mariah Carey and Missy Elliott, has died after collapsing onstage during an Aug. 30 concert in Connecticut. He was 56.

Sharron Elkabas, a representative for Fatman Scoop at MN2S, also said, "I spoke to him just a few days ago, and he was in such good spirits. It's hard to believe he is no longer with us." Tributes ...