DJ Unk has passed away: cause of death and last words of his wife
25 january 2025 в 17:13
DJ Unk (real name: Anthony Leonard Platt) has passed away, his wife, Sherkita Long-Platt, confirmed this on social media on January 24, 2025. The rapper, originally from Atlanta, Georgia, who emerged on the music scene in the 1990s, was 42 years old at the time of his death. While fans mourn the loss of Unk, many are wondering what happened to him.
«Please respect me and my family. I have just lost my husband, and my children have lost their father», - — wrote Unk’s wife on Facebook. «Our lives will never be the same. I LOVE YOU, ANTHONY, FOREVER».
Big Oomp Records, who signed Unk in 2000, paid tribute to the late musical artist in an Instagram post on that day. The record company wrote: «With heavy hearts and deep sadness, we announce the passing of the true ATL legend, Anthony Platt, better known as 'DJ Unk'. On behalf of Big Oomp Records and the BOR family, we express our deepest condolences to his family, friends, and countless fans who were touched by his artistry and spirit».
«DJ Unk was not just a legendary DJ, rapper, and producer, but also a true cornerstone of our label, and the impact he left on the world will be cherished forever», - — continued Big Oomp Records. «His energy, creativity, and dedication will never be forgotten. We ask you to keep his family in your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. We also want to thank everyone who supported DJ Unk and Oomp Camp over the years. Rest in peace, Unk. You will be forever missed».
Learn everything we know about Unk’s death below.
Unk was a DJ, rapper, and hype man who rose to the hip-hop scene in the late 1990s when he started spinning records.
One of Unk’s most famous songs was his 2006 single «Walk It Out», - which reached the top 10 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. He is also recognized for his subsequent hit «2 Step».
Yes, as confirmed by his wife, Long-Platt, Unk had children.
The cause of Unk’s death has not been disclosed to the public. In 2009, he was reportedly hospitalized for a heart attack, and he spoke to XXL magazine the following year about «medical issues».
«I had some medical issues due to improper eating, and it happened when I stopped taking care of myself», - — said Unk in 2010, pointing out that he quit smoking and drinking alcohol. «I need to get healthy not only for myself, but for my children and wife».
He explained that his problems arose «from lack of physical exercise, from improper eating», - — and added: «Basically, man, I work hard every day. Everything I do every day, I try to do something in my house. I’m constantly on the go, constantly on planes, in different weather, and you know, it just took a toll on me. It was stress»
«Please respect me and my family. I have just lost my husband, and my children have lost their father», - — wrote Unk’s wife on Facebook. «Our lives will never be the same. I LOVE YOU, ANTHONY, FOREVER».
Big Oomp Records, who signed Unk in 2000, paid tribute to the late musical artist in an Instagram post on that day. The record company wrote: «With heavy hearts and deep sadness, we announce the passing of the true ATL legend, Anthony Platt, better known as 'DJ Unk'. On behalf of Big Oomp Records and the BOR family, we express our deepest condolences to his family, friends, and countless fans who were touched by his artistry and spirit».
«DJ Unk was not just a legendary DJ, rapper, and producer, but also a true cornerstone of our label, and the impact he left on the world will be cherished forever», - — continued Big Oomp Records. «His energy, creativity, and dedication will never be forgotten. We ask you to keep his family in your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. We also want to thank everyone who supported DJ Unk and Oomp Camp over the years. Rest in peace, Unk. You will be forever missed».
Learn everything we know about Unk’s death below.
Unk was a DJ, rapper, and hype man who rose to the hip-hop scene in the late 1990s when he started spinning records.
One of Unk’s most famous songs was his 2006 single «Walk It Out», - which reached the top 10 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. He is also recognized for his subsequent hit «2 Step».
Yes, as confirmed by his wife, Long-Platt, Unk had children.
The cause of Unk’s death has not been disclosed to the public. In 2009, he was reportedly hospitalized for a heart attack, and he spoke to XXL magazine the following year about «medical issues».
«I had some medical issues due to improper eating, and it happened when I stopped taking care of myself», - — said Unk in 2010, pointing out that he quit smoking and drinking alcohol. «I need to get healthy not only for myself, but for my children and wife».
He explained that his problems arose «from lack of physical exercise, from improper eating», - — and added: «Basically, man, I work hard every day. Everything I do every day, I try to do something in my house. I’m constantly on the go, constantly on planes, in different weather, and you know, it just took a toll on me. It was stress»
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