Rumors about DMX’s death were trending on social media tonight (April 8). The rapper’s manager, Steve Rifkind, shared a statement on Instagram, saying that the rapper is still alive and has life support. “Everyone, please stop publishing these rumors,” he said. “DMX is still alive. Yes, he is in support of life, but please, he does not help anyone by making them see these false rumors. Let the family relax for one night. ”
On April 3 TMZ reported that the 50-year-old rapper had been hospitalized and was in critical condition following a heart attack that was preceded by an apparent drug overdose. DMX manager Nakia Walker said for New York Times on April 4, DMX was in a “vegetative state.” TMZ reported today that a new round of neurological tests showed no improvement in DMX status. Rifkind says he expects the family to make a statement tomorrow (April 9).