On Friday evening, rapper and hype man Fatman Scoop collapsed onstage at a concert in Hamden, Connecticut and later passed away at the age of 56. The news was confirmed by his publicist and also announced by the mayor of Hamden, who offered condolences and grief counseling for those affected by the tragedy. Fatman Scoop rose to fame in 1999 with his hit single "Be Faithful" and was known for his infectious energy and positive outlook on life. His cause of death is currently unknown.