Legendary Houston rapper Large Pokey died immediately on Saturday evening whereas acting at a bar within the metropolis of Beaumont.

In keeping with stories, Large Pokey, additionally known as Milton Powell, had collapsed on stage whereas performing. The late rapper is well-known for his ‘chopped and screwed’ kind of music emanating from the late 90s to early 000s and was one of many authentic members of the Screwed Up Click on. He died on the age of 45 years previous.

Eventgoers shared movies of the rapper after he collapsed, exhibiting him struggling to breathe as he gasped for air. In a single video, he’s seen rapping, however inside a second, he begins to gasp. The rapper falls again because the surprised viewers watches on.

The rapper was given CPR however paramedics on the Pour 09 Bar and brought to the hospital, the place he reportedly handed away just a few hours after.

The rapper’s explanation for demise is suspected to be a coronary heart assault, however officers haven’t confirmed whether or not that’s true.

On Sunday, followers reminisced on the rapper’s premature passing and his music which has billed him as a legend within the Houston rap space.

His debut album, “The Hardest Pit within the Litter,” launched in 1999, launched his profession into the distinctive Chopped and Screwed model. Through the years, Powell continued to launch music, together with his most up-to-date being ‘Sensei’ launched in 2021.

His publicist confirmed his passing on Sunday.

“It’s with deep unhappiness that we share the information of the passing of our beloved Milton ‘Large Pokey’ Powell. Large Pokey handed away on June 18, 2023. He was well-loved by his household, his associates, and his loyal followers. Within the coming days, we’ll launch details about his celebration of life and the way the general public pays their respects. We ask that you just respect his household and their privateness throughout this tough time. Large Pokey will without end be ‘The Hardest Pit within the Litter!’” an announcement from the publicist learn.

Within the meantime, Powell was celebrated by different Houston legends, together with Bun B.

“I wasn’t prepared for this. Probably the most naturally proficient artists within the metropolis,” Bun B stated in a prolonged submit on Instagram. “Low key, humble mountain of a person who moved with honor and respect. He was straightforward to like and onerous to hate. He’d pull up, do what he needed to do and head dwelling. One of many pillars of our metropolis. If Coronary heart of Gold was an individual. Iconic member of the SUC. There’ll by no means be one other and can be missed dearly. We love and honor you Sensei. Relaxation in heaven,” he wrote.

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