Coolio, rapper has been sadly taken from us at the age de 59.
The musician – famous for his hit song Gangsta’s Paradise on the soundtrack of the Michelle Pfeiffer film, Dangerous Minds – was visiting a friend on Wednesday afternoon when he was found dead according to TMZ.
Coolio was found unresponsive on a bathroom floor, with the paramedics – who were called to the scene around around 4 PM – suspecting he suffered a cardiac arrest, according to the star’s longtime manager, Jarez.
Gone too soon: Rapper Coolio has passed away on Wednesday at the age of 59; Pictured 2016
Coolio died on the spot, according to the newspaper. A cause of death official has yet to be determined.
TMZ was also informed by law enforcement officials that Coolio died without any drugs or paraphernalia. An autopsy will then be performed to establish the official cause of Coolio’s death.
According to police, a death investigation has been opened. However, there are no signs of foul play right now. The coroner will make the final decision after an autopsy.
Sad news: The musician was visiting a friend on Wednesday afternoon when he was found unresponsive on a bathroom floor, according to TMZ; Pictured 2022
Josefa Salinas was his ex-wife and six children. He married her in 1996. They split in 2004.
Pfeiffer (64), led tributes to Coolio, sharing Coolio’s hit song Gangsta’s Paradise from the iconic 1995 film. A tragic loss of life.
“As many of you might know, I had the opportunity to work alongside him in Dangerous Minds 1995. His brilliant soundtrack song won him a Grammy – I believe that was why our movie saw such success.
Possible Cause: Paramedics believe he died from cardiac arrest. However, Jarez, the star’s longtime manager has yet to determine the cause. Picture taken in 1996
Law enforcement sources also shared the following: “No drugs nor drug paraphernalia have been found at Coolio’s funeral scene” and that “an autopsy will be done to determine an official cause for death.” Pictured 1995
“I can remember him as being very gracious. Even though it’s been 30 years, I get goosebumps every time I hear this song. I send him love and light. Artis Leon Jr., Rest in Peace.
Coolio recently performed at Riot Fest 20,22 at Douglass Park in Chicago, Illinois on September 18.
Just four days ago, he posted his Texas performance to Instagram.
Tribute: Michelle Pfeiffer (64) led tributes to Coolio, posting the video of Coolio’s hit Gangsta’s Paradise (from their film Dangerous Minds) and writing: ‘Heartbroken at the news of the passing @coolio. The end of a life too soon’
Coolio and the Golden Globe Award Winner Coolio collaborated to create this music video. It was shot in 1995
He also looked healthy at an airport in Sydney earlier in April, where he graciously took photos of fans ahead of the Luna Park concert.
In the United States, the rapper has been playing his hit songs in small venues.
Artis Leon IIvey, the hip-hop musician was born Artis Leon IIIvey Jr. and experienced a rapid rise during the 1990s.
This is the latest: Chris Cristi (Helicopter reporter, ABC7 Eyewitness News) tweeted this photo showing officers at the scene where the rapper was killed.
Gangster’s Paradise, a wild song, was recorded by this eccentric singer in 1995. The song reached the top of the charts in Australia, the United Kingdom, France, Ireland and Australia.
It was the single that sold six million copies in total worldwide. The song is from his 17-track, Grammy-nominated and Platinum-selling Album of the Same Name.
Pfeiffer shared with us a photo she had taken back in 1995 while they worked together on Gangsta’s Paradise’s Music Video.
Coolio recently performed on the stage at Riot Fest 2022 in Douglass Park, Chicago on September 18th.
Recent: Also seen in Los Angeles on September 8th, 2022, carrying a bag in his hand.
Pfeiffer, who played the role of LouAnne Johnson (ex-Marine) and goes to school in California as a teacher for a poor neighborhood.
Coolio also provided the hit song and won a Grammy. He was also awarded two MTV Video Music Awards, for Best Rap Solo Performance and Best Video From a Film, as well as a Billboard Music Award.
A singer who used religious undertones to his lyrics said that the tune was a result of a spiritual calling.
Family: Coolio is survived by his six children and ex-wife, Josefa Salinas; Pictured with Salinas and their kids at the World Premiere of ‘Space Jam’ on November 10, 1996, in Westwood, California
Ex-wife. The couple were married in June 1996. The former couple split four years later; Pictured with Salinas in 1998 in Los Angeles
‘Gangsta’s Paradise’ wanted to be born; it wanted to come to life, and it chose me as the vessel,’ he said.
Stevie Wonder wouldn’t allow any cussing words. Some lines came from her.
Coolio stated, “I had some vulgarities… and he was not with that.” Then I made it better. He thought it was amazing after hearing it.
Pfeiffer was seen reprising her role as the director of the music video.
Looking back: The hip-hop artist – born Artis Leon Ivey Jr – enjoyed a meteoric rise in the mid-90s, topping the charts in the US, UK, France, Ireland, Australia and New Zealand; Pictured 1998
Hit song: Coolio is perhaps best known for his ‘Gangsta’s Paradise’ hit song on the soundtrack of the Michelle Pfeiffer film ‘Dangerous Minds’; Still from Dangerous Minds
Pfeiffer has shared a photo taken 1995 by Gangsta in Paradise.
Coolio couldn’t replicate that success and was not able to gain much recognition for the song “I’ll CU When U Get There”.
He became a chef later and released a cookbook titled “Cookin’ with Coolio”.
Also, he appeared in an episode of Celebrity Wife Swap 2013.
Ice Cube, the rapper, took to Twitter to pay tribute to Coolio after learning of the tragic news. Witness firsthand the man’s struggle to reach the top in the industry. Please Rest in Peace
A talented actor, Coolio played in dozens of films and TV shows throughout his career, and had three movies in the works according to his IMDb page: Bobcat Moretti, It Wants Blood 2, and a TV movie Vegas High.
Ice Cube, rapper and producer, posted the following sad news on Twitter: “This is very sad news.” Witness firsthand the man’s struggle to reach the top in the industry. You are welcome to Rest in Peace.
Sean Evans shared a photo with Coolio, and wrote: ‘First Coolio CD that I purchased in May’s life. The most iconic Wing 10 Last Dab my eyes have ever seen. RIP Coolio.
Keep in mind: Sean Evans shared a photo with Coolio of a Coolio disc, and wrote “First Coolio CD that I purchased in May Life” (RIP Coolio).