Biz Markie, a rapper best known for his hit "Just a Friend," has died at the age of 57. "It is with profound sadness that we announce, this evening, with his wife Tara by his side, Hip Hop pioneer Biz Markie peacefully passed away," she said in a statement. RAPPER BIZ MARKIE HAS BEEN IN THE HOSPITAL FOR WEEKS TO TREAT ILLNESSAccording to TMZ, the musician died after a long battle with complications brought about by diabetes. The outlet reports that Markie, born Marcel Theo Hall, died in a Baltimore hospital just before 6:30 p.m. local time. Markie was best known for his 1989 single "Just a Friend," which appeared on an EP of the same name.

Source: Fox News July 17, 2021 00:13 UTC