UPDATE: Fatman Scoop Dead At 53 After Collapsing On Stage

August 31, 2024

An unexpected medical crisis halted rapper Fatman Scoop’s concert in Hamden, CT., leaving fans in a state of uncertainty.

A Friday night concert featuring rapper Fatman Scoop morphed from celebration to chaos as the performer suddenly collapsed on stage and died at a hospital in Hamden, Connecticut.

The tragedy occurred at Hamden Town Center Park during a free event, leaving attendees grasping for clarity and fearing the worst.

The unsettling scene unfolded around 8:30 p.m. when Fatman Scoop, born Isaac Freeman, faltered and fell.

Witnesses at the park saw the rapper receiving urgent medical attention as paramedics administered chest compressions and CPR behind the DJ stand.

The atmosphere turned somber after his tour manager confirmed Fatman Scoop died at the age of 53.

Hamden Mayor released a statement via social media acknowledging the collapse.

The concert, initially planned for July 12, faced rescheduling to August 30 due to expected bad weather.

The event, part of the Hamden Arts Commission’s Free Summer Concert Series, was held from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Hamden’s Town Center Park.

Fatman Scoop, renowned for his energetic presence and deep roots in the NYC Hip-Hop scene, headlined the summer concert series organized by the Hamden Arts Commission.

Many artists took to IG to memorialize Fat Man Scoop.

“NO WORDS ???? WE SAT AT THE SAME LUNCH TABLE IN HS BANGING ON THE TABLE, RECITING RHYMES BOTH DREAMING ABOUT MAKING IT BIG ONE DAY ???????????? THIS IS FCKED UP FRFR. WE JUST SPOKE A FEW DAYS AGO TRYING TO MAP OUT DOING THE VIDEO TO OUR SONG. SLEEP IN PEACE ISAAC FREEMAN YOUR LEGACY IS SEALED MY BROTHER,” Diamond D said.

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“His voice was iconic
His laugh was infectious
His vibes was international
His music is immortal
He lives on through us all

Wow. So many tears and laughs at the same time in this moment,” MC Serch said.

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“Rest in paradise my brother love you Scoop!!!” Ja Rule said.

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“lost on words. rest well scoop!!” Raekwon said.

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