Many in the hip-hop world are in mourning today, after receiving news that Brooklyn rapper Sean “Ruck” Price has passed away at the young age of 43. The Brooklyn rapper is well-known for his contributions in such hip-hop supergroups as, Heltah Skeltah, Boot Camp Clik, and Random Axe, as well as his successful solo career.
The cause of death is unknown at the moment, but it has been reported that Price passed away in his sleep during the early morning of Saturday, August 8 in his Brooklyn apartment. Price is survived by his wife and three children.
Duck Down Music confirmed the news in a statement reading:
“It is with beyond a heavy heart that Duck Down Music is sadly confirming that Sean Price passed away early this morning in his Brooklyn apartment, Saturday, August 8th, 2015,” Price’s rep said in a statement. “Sean’s family and friends are asking for time to grieve and process the news. Further details will be issued when more information is available.”
Once news hit Twitter, many of Sean’s peers spoke out mourning his loss.
All this love in my heart…..#RestInPeaceSeanPrice
— 9th Wonder (@9thwonder) August 8, 2015
Sean Price went from being a childhood hero of mine to a great friend. He was the most competitive MC I've ever met & kept me on my game.
— Talib Kweli Greene (@TalibKweli) August 8, 2015
i love you Sean. ill never forget the fun we had. Till we meet again.
— Alchemist (@Alchemist) August 8, 2015
I'm at a complete loss of words right now. This was my man on a whole another level. Sean was a… https://t.co/PhiKUxOVbh
— Statik Selektah (@StatikSelekt) August 8, 2015
R.I.P. Ruck….Love and Respect to The Duck Down Family!!! #SeanPrice https://t.co/7K1R6X8dSs
— DJ Premier (@REALDJPREMIER) August 8, 2015
Our condolences go out to the family of Sean Price… "To him we belong and to him we shall return"… https://t.co/idnKGrcZ8a
— De La Soul (@WeAreDeLaSoul) August 8, 2015
Whoa wait WTF??? Sean Price passed?????? Aww man I'm fucked up right now! Is this confirmed???
— XZIBIT (@xzibit) August 8, 2015