Malik B, a rapper and founding member of The Roots, has died. He was 47 years old. The group announced the death of the Philadelphia-born ringmaster in a social media post on Wednesday. The cause of death was not disclosed. Malik B, whose real name is Malik Abdul Basit, was …
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The Independent employs journalists from around the world to bring you truly independent journalism. To support us, consider a contribution. Rapper Malik B, a longtime member of The Roots, died at 47. The band announced the news Wednesday in an Instagram post. “With sadness and watery eyes, we unfortunately inform …
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