Rapper Chino XL Dies by Suicide, Family Says

Chino XL’s Family Reveals Tragic News

In July, Chino XL’s family shared that he passed away by suicide.

“With the most profound sadness imaginable, we share the news that our beloved father decided to end his own life,” they expressed. “It’s been the most painful and personal experience of our lives but in honor of Suicide Awareness Month, we decided to share this truth. Dad would hope that this news may help someone else stay alive.”

They also mentioned he had faced serious health issues like congenital heart failure in 2020 and stage 4 prostate cancer earlier this year. He struggled with depression for most of his life.

“The Ventura County Medical Examiner’s office lists his official cause of death as asphyxia as a result of ligature hanging,” continued the statement.

“Our father was our rock and our best friend. Papa Bear loved us and taught us so much. Hundreds of emails, texts, chats and beautiful posts and comments on social media, have shown us that Dad was a fountain of strength to so many. He encouraged and comforted pretty much everyone in his path and left this dimension with an untouchable creative legacy. We are grateful beyond words for our time with Dad and are overwhelmed by the immeasurable global outpouring of love from around the world,” said his daughters.

Fans are really sad about this news.

In July, his daughters confirmed his passing. “Our father had many titles — King of Punchlines, Puerto Rican Superhero — but the most important one was Girl Dad,” they stated. “And what he gave us most in that role was his strength, straightforwardness, and ability to be super realistic. The main thing we are feeling now is that our Dad is at peace, and so we are at peace.”

Chino XL, who was born in the Bronx, New York, was known for his bold lyrics which brought him both respect and controversy. He released four studio albums, including “Ricanstruction: The Black Rosary” in 2012. Some of his well-known songs include “No Complex,” “Sickology 101” with Tech N9ne, and “The Anthem” with Sway and King Tech.

In 2008, he joined Mike Ford’s Hip-Hop Architecture Camp to encourage diversity in architecture. The camp involved students using Lego models to interpret rap lyrics. “I have been on this planet for several decades, and I have moved in some pretty radical circles, but personally, I cannot recall meeting a melanated architect in my whole life,” Chino XL said at the time. “Just for these children to know it’s a thing, that’s important.”

Dial 988 in the US to reach the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. Find other international suicide helplines at Befrienders Worldwide (befrienders.org).