Afrika Bambaataa (real name Lance Taylor), the pioneering hip hop DJ, rapper and producer from the South Bronx, died at the age of 67. Many even called him the ‘Godfather of Hip Hop’ for his contribution to the field, and his shocking passing left his fans heartbroken. Afrika’s death was confirmed by his lawyer, and a statement regarding the same was released by the Universal Zulu Nation. Additionally, another fellow pioneering hip hop icon, Kurtis Blow (Kurtis Walker), shared his honest feelings about Afrika, including his positives and shortcomings. Amid the buzz around Afrika’s death, here’s a look at the cause.
What was Afrika Bambaataa’s cause of death?
Afrika Bambaataa’s lawyer confirmed that his cause of death was complications from a fatal disease, i.e., prostate cancer. According to TMZ, he passed away at approximately 3:00 am ET. In his final years, Afrika’s public image was negatively impacted by bombshell allegations against him. Amid that, he was quietly fighting a battle against cancer. The exact time period of his ailment’s diagnosis is not known; however, it is estimated to be at least a few months earlier. As the news of Afrika’s death got publicised, his fans flocked to social media to express their condolences.
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