Black Rob Rapper Wiki, Biography, Age, Height, Cause of Death

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Rapper Black Rob net worth

Better known for his association with P. Diddy’s Bad Boy Records, rapper Black Rob died on Saturday. He was 51 years old at the time. The news was first reported by TMZ, with Rob’s fellow MCs Mark Curry and DJ Self confirming it on social media. 

The cause of death has not been revealed as of yet. However, it is understood that he has been suffering from kidney disease as well as a string of strokes dating back to 2015. He was recently admitted to a hospital in Atlanta but was later discharged.

Apparently, rapper Black Rob passed away from Kidney failure in Atlanta, Georgia, United States. 

Rapper Black Rob Quick Facts

Full Name Robert Ross
Birthdate July 12, 1969
Death April 17, 2021
Birthplace Buffalo, New York, United States
Age 51 years old
Height N/A
Nationality African-American
Zodiac Sign  Cancer
Profession Rapper

Black Rob ‘Whoa’ Wiki / Biography

Widely recognized by his stage name Black Rob, the rapper was born Robert Ross and grew up in East Harlem. Before he reached his teenage years, Black Rob began rapping. He started playing under the stage name “Bacardi Rob” with his first rap group, the Schizophrenics, at the age of 22. 

Rob first worked for the Bad Boy label in 1996, when he appeared on a remix of 112’s “Come See Me.” The rapper stayed with Bad Boy until 2010 when he left to sign to Down Duck Records, an indie label, and later founded his own label, Box and One, with Jemal Mosley. 

How Old Was Rapper Black Rob? Age / Birthday

Rapper Black Rob age was only 51 when he died. He was born in the year 1969 and used to celebrate his birthday every year on the 12th of July every year. 

How Tall Was Rapper Black Rob? Height / Weight

The ‘Whoa’ hitmaker Black Rob stood at a tall height which might be over five feet. Considering his build, he might be over 5 feet 5 inches. As for his weight, he might be over 50 kg. 

Who Is Rapper Black Rob Wife / Children

Rapper Black Rob was extremely private when it came to his personal life. The rapper, on the other hand, revealed his financial difficulties in October 2020. He also said that child support is ‘slaying’ him and adding on to his financial problems. Mr. Rob said, 

I’m still under pressure. It might not seem like it [but] a ngg is under pressure. I need help man. I get money but the child support is slaying me. I can’t even live my life! I’m supposed to be poppin.

Although the rapper preferred to keep his personal life away from the media, he was a father of four children – Kayli, Diamond, Rianna, and Million. And that, he was unmarried. Besides, not much is known about Black Ro’s relationship and partner except for the fact that he paid for child support. 

Aside from child support issues, the veteran musician has had to deal with disciplinary issues and health issues throughout his career. He had a minor stroke somewhere in late 2014 before being admitted to the hospital in April 2021. Mr. Rob stopped drinking and began eating a healthier diet, which aided in his recovery at the time.

Rapper Black Rob Net Worth 2021

Though the rapper has appeared on albums by Cru, Channel Live, Ol Dirty Bastard, Benzino, The Madd Rapper, Tony Touch, and others, he is best known for his hit single “Whoa!” from 2000. On the Billboard Hot 100, it reached number 43.

He put out four studio albums, including Life Story (2000), Game Tested, The Black Rob Report (2005), Genuine Article (2015), and Streets Approved (2011). He also ventured into entertainment in 2013, with the short-lived reality show Come Back Kings.

Rapper Black Rob net worth
Late American Rapper Black Rob

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As of 2021, rapper Black Rob net worth is under review. However, according to some source, his annual earning is estimated to be around $2.3 million.

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