Is heavy d dead?

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Heavy D performed at the 2011 BET Hip Hop Awards in October 2011. It was his first live performance in 15 years. He died on November 8, 2011 in Los Angeles, California, at the age of 44. He collapsed outside his Beverly Hills home and was taken to Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. It has been reported that his death was due to respiratory issues and that no foul play was involved.

Answered - 207 days ago at 2:45pm on Nov 09 2011

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Dwight E. Myers (aka Heavy D), born May 24, 1967 is still alive. Although he has lost 135 lbs, he plans to keep his stage name.

Answered - 1092 days ago at 6:20pm on Jun 07 2009

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Dwight Arlington Myers, better known as Heavy D, was born on May 24, 1967 in Mandeville, Jamaica. He was an actor, rapper, record producer, and former leader of the hip-hop group, Heavy D & the Boyz. Highlights of his career include singing the theme song for the television show, 'In Living Color,' performing the rap on Michael Jackson's hit single, ''Jam,'' and performing live at the BET Hip Hop Awards in October 2011. On November 8, 2011, Heavy D died at the young age of 44 in Los Angeles, California. His death was due to respiratory issues; no foul play was involved.

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