Rapper Big Pokey fell ill during a performance on Saturday (June 17) and died at the age of 45
06/18/2023 8:35 PM, updated 6/18/2023 8:35 PM
Rapper Big Pokey has died aged 45. The American was performing in Beaumont, Texas this Saturday (June 17) when he became nauseous and passed out on stage.
“It is with deep sadness that we share the news of the passing of our beloved Big Poke Milton Powell,” a rep for the artist confirmed to TMZ.
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According to the website, the singer sighed into the microphone, lost his balance and passed out. At the time, he was being cared for by a nurse who tried to revive him before he was taken to the hospital, but he didn’t fight back.
The Big Pokey rep shared that information about “their celebration of life” and how fans can pay tribute will be released soon. “We ask that you respect his family and their privacy at this difficult time.”
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