Mobb Deep Rapper Prodigy Dead at 42

[Oliver]

Beloved New York MC was hospitalized days ago for complications related to sickle cell anemia.

Prodigy, one-half of the seminal New York City hip-hop outfit Mobb Deep, died Tuesday at the age of 42. Mobb Deep's publicist confirmed the rapper's death in a statement to Rolling Stone.

Mobb Deep Rapper Prodigy Dead at 42
Beloved New York MC was hospitalized days ago for complications related to sickle cell anemia

Prodigy, one-half of the seminal New York City hip-hop outfit Mobb Deep, died Tuesday at the age of 42. Mobb Deep's publicist confirmed the rapper's death in a statement to Rolling Stone.

"It is with extreme sadness and disbelief that we confirm the death of our dear friend Albert Johnson, better known to millions of fans as Prodigy of legendary NY rap duo Mobb Deep," the statement read. "Prodigy was hospitalized a few days ago in Vegas after a Mobb Deep performance for complications caused by a sickle cell anemia crisis. As most of his fans know, Prodigy battled the disease since birth. The exact causes of death have yet to be determined. We would like to thank everyone for respecting the family’s privacy at this time."

Source: http://www.rollingstone.com/music/news/mobb-deep-rapper-prodigy-dead-at-42-w488890