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Image info
| Artist | John B. Mueller |
|---|---|
| Credit | John Mueller, via email, to Nicholas Moreau. Created for the Wikimedia Foundation. |
| License | cc-by-2.5 |
| Desc | DMX at the 79th Annual Academy Awards Children Uniting Nations/Billboard afterparty. |
| Usage | Creative Commons Attribution 2.5 |
American rapper and actor (1970–2021)
DMX is ...
Dead
| Born | 18 December 1970 in Mount Vernon |
|---|---|
| Died | 9 April 2021 in White Plains |
| Age | 50 years, 4 months |
| Cause | myocardial infarction |
| Sex or gender | male |
|---|---|
| Country of citizenship | United States of America |
| Birth name | Earl Simmons |
| Manner of death | natural causes |
| Place of burial | Oakland Cemetery |
| Spouse | Tashera Simmons |
| Child | Xavier Simmons |
| Occupation | rapper, songwriter and actor |
| Height | 1.75m (5'9") |
| Instrument | voice |
| Genre | hip hop music, East Coast hip hop, gangsta rap and hardcore hip hop |
| Twitter username | dmx |
| Instagram username | dmx |
About DMX
DMX was a force to be reckoned with in the world of hip-hop. Born Earl Simmons on December 18, 1970, in Mount Vernon, New York, he rose to fame in the late 1990s with his debut album, "It's Dark and Hell Is Hot." The album, which featured hits like "Ruff Ryders Anthem" and "Get At Me Dog," went on to sell over four million copies.
DMX's gritty, raw style and intense lyrics made him a fan favorite. He continued to release successful albums throughout the 2000s, including "Flesh of My Flesh, Blood of My Blood" and "...And Then There Was X." He also ventured into acting, appearing in films like "Belly" and "Romeo Must Die."
But DMX's personal life was often tumultuous. He struggled with addiction and legal issues, including multiple arrests and prison sentences. Despite these challenges, he remained a beloved figure in the hip-hop community.
Tragically, DMX passed away on April 9, 2021, at the age of 50. His impact on the world of hip-hop and beyond cannot be overstated. As fellow rapper Nas said in a tribute to DMX, "His gift meant so much to so many."
References:
- https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-news/dmx-dead-obituary-1158993/
- https://www.billboard.com/articles/news/obituary/9550456/dmx-obituary/
Films - which cast members have died?
DMX has been a part of these films.
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Romeo Must Die
2000 action movie
Top Five
2014 film by Chris Rock
Exit Wounds
2001 film by Andrzej Bartkowiak
Belly
1998 film by Hype Williams
Cradle 2 the Grave
2003 film by Andrzej Bartkowiak
Never Die Alone
2004 film by Ernest Dickerson
Beef II
2004 film by Peter Spirer
Beyond the Law
2019 American crime action film
Death Toll
2008 action film
The Bleeding
Backstage
2000 film by Chris Fiore
Lords of the Street
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