Wife Confirms DJ Unk’s Cause of Death

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On Friday (Jan 24) the Hip Hop community was rocked by the sudden news that DJ Unk had passed away. Now, two days later, we are learning the cause. Sherkita Long-Platttells, Unk’s wife, spoke exclusively with TMZ and explained that he died of a heart attack while asleep. He was 43 years old.

From TMZ:

DJ Unk’s wife, Sherkita Long-Platttells TMZ he died in his sleep on January 24 after suffering a heart attack. She says the family is aware of various rumors going around as to how he died … and she wants people to know the truth. She tells us speculation he died from drugs is not true as he didn’t do drugs.

Anthony “DJ Unk” Platt first skyrocketed to fame in 2006 with his breakout single “Walk It Out”— the song reached the top 10 on Billboard 100 and the dance quickly became a cultural phenomenon. His follow-up single “2 Step” also made it onto the charts.

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After signing to Big Oomp Records, the Atlanta-native released two studio albums, Beat’n Down Yo Block! and 2econd Season—both of which further cemented him in the game as a snap music pioneer.

We will be keeping the family, friends and colleagues of Unk uplifted in our prayers.

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