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Rapper Chino XL, whose real name was Derek Emmanuel Barbosa, reportedly passed away at the age of 50. A source close to the musician confirmed the news with media outlet, AllHipHop, on Monday, July 29, 2024.
On the same day, fellow rapper A-F-R-O took to X to pay tribute to the late celebrity. He wrote:
“RIP to CHINO XL… I’m gonna miss you, big bro.”
Details about the cause of death was not made public at the time of writing this article.
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For the unversed, Chino XL entered the music industry at the young age of 16. He was initially signed to Rick Rubin’s American Recordings label. He made his debut with an album titled Here to Save You All that featured artists like Ras Kass and Kool Keith, among others. According to Celebrity Net Worth, Chino XL boasted a net worth of four million dollars, thanks to his music career.
As soon as the news of his demise started circulating online, netizens expressed their sadness. Instagram account 'rapbooklets' shared their condolences with Chino XL’s family and wrote online:
“We at Rap Booklets send our heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of @chinoxl, who passed away today at the age of 50”
Other celebs who paid tribute to the late rapper include Page Kennedy and Joe Budden. Kennedy stated that he used to discuss parenting responsibilities with Chino XL.
"This one hurts. This been my dawg since 2001. Ima miss you big bro. Our conversations about rap, about being girl dads, about the gym and secrets. Ima miss you bro"
Chino XL amassed his fortune through his music and television show appearances
Celebrity Net Worth reported that the Bronx, New York native was a multi-millionaire who made his fortune through his records, which included I Told You So, Poison Pen, The Black Rosary, Something Sacred, and more.
The rapper, who garnered over 46,000 followers on Instagram, was featured on numerous shows. He appeared on Zane’s S*x Chronicles in 2010 and in other shows like The Young and Restless, Reno 911!, El Show, and CSI: Miami.
Barbosa also starred in a few movies, including Vatos, The Beat, Crime Partners, Alex & Emma, and Barrio Wars, among others.
The musician was reportedly working on new projects at the time of his passing. He featured in Pendulum Swing, a track from Rakim’s G.O.D’S NETWORK—REB7RTH album, which was released on July 26, 2024.
The musician was also embroiled in some controversies, including his label having to censor the lyrics of his No Complex song, which read “I spread new rap styles like Monie Love spread chlamydia.” Fans thoroughly enjoyed the poignant lyrics in his songs like Kreep, where he discussed about depression.
Followers now await to learn more about his unexpected passing.
