“Life has truly been shortened,” wrote Michelle Pfeiffer after rapper Coolio’s death
Michelle Pfeiffer says she is ‘heartbroken’ after rapper Coolio’s death.
Coolio died Wednesday in Los Angeles at 59, his longtime manager Jarez Posey confirmed to the news. The cause of death was not disclosed.
Shortly after his death was declared, Pfeiffer paid tribute to the rapper — nee Artist Leon Ivy Jr.
Pfeiffer starred in the music video for Coolio’s Grammy-winning song “Gangsta’s Paradise,” the lead single from the soundtrack to Pfeiffer’s 1995 film Dangerous Minds.
Pfeiffer, 64, shared part of the video on Instagram and wrote. “Sad to hear of the passing of talented artist @coolio. Real life is ending.” He added, reflecting on their history together. As you probably know, I was lucky enough to work with him on Dangerous Minds in 1995. He won a Grammy for his brilliant song on the soundtrack – which I think is why our film was such a big hit.”
Pfeiffer continued, “I remember she was so beautiful. 30 years later, I still get goosebumps when I hear her song—sending love and light to her family. Rest in effect, Artist Leon Ivey Jr. According to TMZ, which first reported the news, Posey said the late musician went to the bathroom at his friend’s house. When he didn’t come out, his friend called his name, but he didn’t answer. Then they found Coolio on the ground.
According to the outlet, his friend called for help, and after emergency responders arrived, Coolio was pronounced dead. He also provided the opening theme song “Aw, Here It Goes!” for the Nickelodeon television series Kenan & Ex.
In addition to eight studio albums, he appeared on the 2008 reality show Coolio’s Rules on Oxygen.
He has appeared on other television, including Celebrity Big Brother in 2009 and Ultimate Big Brother in 2010. He also created the web series Cookin’ with Coolio and published the cookbook, Cookin’ with Coolio: 5 Star Meals for 1 Star.