Rapper Eyedea, real name Michael Larsen has passed away over the weekend at the age of 28, just a month away from his 29th birthday.
Eyedea was a seasoned battle rapper, known to flip on dudes with witty off the top of the dome rhymes.
He was one half of the group Eyedea & Abilities.
A lot of people may remember him from HBO's Blaze Battle, where he tore through the competition to take the crown.
His mother, Kathy Averill confirmed his death: “It is with great pain and sadness that I tell you my son Mikey has passed away. At this time we kindly request your respect and our privacy as we process this devastating loss. On behalf of Mikey’s family, close friends and fans, thank you.”
There is no word on how he died.
R.I.P.
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