Celebrity Deaths
Chris Kelly From "KRIS KROSS" Found DEAD in Atlanta! Cops Saying Cause of Death "Possible Drug Overdose"
May 02, 2013GWL Staff90s rap child star and member of "Kris Kross," Chris Kelly, was found dead yesterday (May 1st) in Atlanta.
The 34 year-old former child star was reportedly found unconscious in his home. Authorities are unsure of Kelly's cause of death and that an autopsy has yet to be performed.
Atlanta PD had this to say: "It appears it may have been a possible drug overdose."
Kelly aka "Mac Daddy" performed alongside Chris Smith aka "Daddy Mac," in the early and mid-90s. The rappers were discovered by producer Jermaine Dupri while they were singing in an Atlanta mall. Their most succfulsong was "Jump" from the 1992 debut album "Totally Krossed out".
According to RnBandhiphopworld, "The all boys group were known for their unique style of fashion, which involved wearing their clothes backwards. Thanks to the instant fame that came with the smash hit, the pair toured with Michael Jackson."
Plus, earlier this year the duo reunited to perform at a celebration of the anniversary of Dupri's record label 'So So Def.'
10 comments
SMH....His family must be so hurt
ReplyDeletethis is so sad..i loved them back in the day..trendsetters. R.I.P
ReplyDeleteHis family is definitely in my prayers
ReplyDeleteJust Wow! Still in shock.
ReplyDeleteI feel bad for the family. A mother shouldn't have to bury her child.
ReplyDeleteVery Sad.
ReplyDeleteStill cant believe it.
ReplyDeleteVery sad indeed. Now all of his skeletons are coming out. :(
ReplyDeleteSad, what a waste RIP
ReplyDeletevery sad.
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