DJ Unk, the Atlanta-based artist who rose to fame in the mid-2000s with his hit singles “Walk It Out” and “2 Step,” has passed away at the age of 43. According to his wife, Sherkita Long-Platt, DJ Unk suffered a heart attack in his sleep on January 24th, resulting in cardiac arrest.
In an interview with TMZ, Long-Platt expressed her concerns over rumors surrounding her husband’s cause of death, particularly those suggesting that drugs were involved. She emphatically denied these claims, stating that DJ Unk did not use drugs.
Born Anthony Platt, DJ Unk first gained widespread recognition in 2006 with the release of “Walk It Out,” which peaked at number 10 on the Billboard 100 chart. The song’s accompanying dance became a cultural phenomenon, cementing DJ Unk’s status as a pioneer of snap music.
Throughout his career, DJ Unk released two studio albums, “Beat’n Down Yo Block!” and “2econd Season,” both of which solidified his position in the music industry. In addition to his work as a DJ, he was also a skilled hypeman, rapper, and devoted father.
SOURCE: blackamericaweb.com