Why is is Biz Markie dead trending?
BIZ Markie has been trending on Twitter following rumors that his health may have severely declined. It follows a number of worrying updates that have emerged since the hip hop legend took a turn for the worse in 2020. Biz Markies health has reportedly deteriorated since 2020, prompting speculation about his wellbeing. On June 30, 2021, rumors began to spread that the 57-year-old had passed away as Biz Markie dead, trended on Twitter. However, much to the relief of his fans, Reporter Brandon "Scoop B" Robinson confirmed that Biz was alive and receiving palliative care in a hospice. But, he added that he is still suffering from severe brain damage. Fans had previously fans had warnings not to spread misinformation, with pleas to respect Biz's family. 4  Journalist Roland S. Martin concurred, taking to Twitter with a statement and a confirmation from the rapper's wife Tara. He tweeted: "Folks, @BizMarkie has not died. I have been in contact with sources who are texting and talking to his wife. My source talked to Biz today. "Per his wife, Biz as not passed away. Please stop responding to non-credible sources. This hurts the family, friends and fans.". Martin added in another tweet that he personally did not talk to the rapper, but his source, "an industry legend," did talk to him and his wife. He said: "And my source was texting his wife one minute before I sent the tweet. Biz's wife have me permission to send the tweet correcting this erroneous story." He added that: "She says this is hurtful to all of his family. I'll let you know what I know for certain.' Biz Markie has undergone a number of serious health scares  much of which are deemed to be as a direct consequence of his Type 2 diabetes. In July, 2020, he spent several weeks in hospital receiving treatment for an illness triggered by complications from the illness. In December 2020, it was first reported that Biz suffered from a stroke while he was hospitalized, which is believed to have contributed to his current state. One source close to the rapper told the HipHopDX: Short story is Biz is diabetic, he had slipped into a diabetic coma, but that has happened to him in the past and it would only last a little while.  He would go to the hospital, get discharged and get his meds under control. This particular time, he had a stroke while he was in the middle of the coma, they further added. 4 Biz Markie's decline in health is attributed to his Type 2 diabetes and a stroke that he suffered while receiving treatment for the condition in 2020 Credit: INSTAGRAM / BIZ MARKIE  It was also reported that the stroke affected his brain, making it difficult for him to communicate. According to NME, Markie had previously lost 140 pounds worth of weight in an effort to manage his diabetes as he pushed to change his life prospectus. Markie explained in a 2014 interview with ABC News: If I didnt make the changes, it was going to make the diabetes worse. [Doctors] said I could lose my feet. They said I could lose body parts. Markie's representatives have confirmed that Biz is still under medical care, surrounded by professionals who are working hard to provide the best healthcare possible. They added that: 'Bizs wife and family are touched by the outpouring of love and admiration from his friends, peers and fans alike.' They added that: At this time, we ask for your continued thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.'