Fans are heartbroken over the loss of DJ Unkthe Atlanta rapper behind 2000 hits like “Walk It Out” and “2 Step.” The beloved artist died at the age of 43, TMZ reports.
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Details on the death of DJ Unk
DJ Unk, born Anthony Plattexploded in 2006 with his hit single “Walk It Out” from the album “Beat’n Down Yo Block”, which reached the top 10 on the Billboard Hot 100. Another hit from the same album, “2 Step”, also went gold.
The cause of death has not yet been revealed. However, TMZ notes that the musician had health issues in 2009 that slowed his career, but he didn’t let that stop him. He continued to release singles in the years that followed and even landed a role on the soundtrack of the video game NBA 2K9.
DJ Unk’s wife, Sherkita Long-Platt, also confirmed the news of his death. Facebook on Friday January 24. “Please respect me and my family. I just lost my husband and my children just lost their father. Our lives will never be the same again. I LOVE YOU ANTHONY FOREVER,” Read Platt’s post.
Additionally, Unk’s music label, Big Oomp Recordspaid tribute to him with a heartfelt message Instagram post.
It is with heavy hearts and deep sadness that we announce the passing of a true ATL legend, Anthony Platt, better known as “DJ Unk”. On behalf of Big Oomp Records and the BOR family, we extend our deepest condolences to his family, friends and countless fans who were touched by his artistry and spirit.
Reactions on social networks
Excited fans and social media users The Shade Room comments section with reactions to the death of DJ Unk. Many shared memories linked to her music and the good times she brought them.
Instagram user @geewavy_ wrote, “This Walk It Out record was a CLASSIC of the party scene in 2006. RIP to him!
Instagram user @cultchathrowback wrote, “Walk It Out & 2 Step flooded the streets 🔥 »
While Instagram user @Strozay wrote: “People from the class of 2005 are not doing well 😢”
Then Instagram user @Brskash wrote, “True legend of Atl 🙏🏾🕊️ Come out to paradise!!!”
Another Instagram user @no_ig_syd wrote, “I always play Walk It Out and this remix with Andre 3000 is epic.
Instagram user @Remembering_aaliyah wrote: “it’s only January…damn…too much going on.
While another Instagram user @pinknpatron wrote, “My friends and I had full dance routines to his songs that we did at parties 😭 RIP 💔”
Instagram user @_the.godess.era_ wrote, “It’s definitely a big part of my childhood music, it’s sad 💔”
Finally, Instagram user @doryblue1x wrote, “I’m going out all night for Unk 🩷🥺🥺”
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