Influential rapper Saafir dies aged 54

Rapper Saafir Dies at 54, His Friend Xzibit Confirms: 'My Soul Is Crushed'
Prominent Oakland rapper Saafir has died at 54 years old. His death was confirmed via social media by his friend and former Golden State Project group member, Xzibit.
Rapper Saafir dead at 54, Xzibit pays tribute: ‘My soul is crushed’
Sources also told the outlet that Saafir died in his hometown of Oakland, Calif. Golden State Project was a rap trio with Xzibit, Saafir and Ras Kass. The group was originally goi
Influential rapper Saafir dies aged 54 as Xzibit pays tribute
Born in Oakland in 1970, Saafir became a well-known voice in West Coast rap. After leaving home at 12 years old, he bounced around to various group homes, before going on to become a highly influential figure in the 1990s underground music scene.
What Was Saafir's Cause of Death? The Rapper Had Numerous Health Problems Before He Died
Rapper and Xzibit's former groupmate Saafir died on Nov. 19 at age 54. Here's everything to know about his cause of death and Xzibit's statement.
How Did Saafir Die? Veteran Oakland Rapper Dies Unexpectedly Aged 54 as Friend Xzibit Pays Touching Tribute
Saafir's exact cause of death has not been revealed, though he faced numerous health challenges over the years.
Xzibit Reveals His “Brother” Saafir Has Died: “My Soul Is Crushed”
Xzibit mourned his death in a heartfelt caption that read: “Approximately at 8:45am this morning, my brother Reggie known to the world as Saafir passed away. We have so much history I can’t even explain what I’m feeling right now. We surrounded him and let him know how much we loved him. He can rest now.
Rapper Saafir passes away at 54 after years of battling health issues; Xzibit mourns his loss
Oakland rapper and actor Saafir, best known for his role in the film "Menace II Society" and his album "Boxcar Sessions," has died at 54. His friend and fellow rapper Xzibit shared the news on social media,
Rapper Saafir dies at 54 as hip hop icon Xzibit shares devastating tribute
Rapper and actor Saafir has died, aged 54. The news was announced publicly on his Instagram page by his friend and fellow group member of the Golden State Project, Xzibit. Saafir, whose real name was Reggie Gibson, had been suffering from health problems in recent years and had been using a wheelchair.
Saafir dead: Rapper and Menace to Society actor dies aged 54 as hip hop star pal Xzibit says his ‘soul is crushed’
RAPPER Saafir has died at the age of 54. The star, real name Reggie Gibson, was famed for his jazz-infused style and distinctive voice. Saafir faced several health challenges in recent years and
Rapper Saafir dead: Music legend told 'rest in power' as he dies at 54
Saafir's death was announced by his friend and collaborator Xzibit, who admitted he was 'crushed' by the loss of the talented rapper
Death of Rapper Saafir at 54
Saafir passed away around 8:45 in the morning. At that time all his friends and family were surrounding him. Xzibit shared a post on Instagram by saying that we were expressing ou
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