Gangsta's Paradise rapper Coolio found dead at 59
Coolio, whose real name is Artis Leon Ivey Jr, has passed away aged 59.MORE: Katie Couric reveals breast cancer diagnosis with poignant essayTMZ first announced the news on Wednesday evening, reporting that the singer was found dead in his friend's home in Los Angeles.His longtime manager, Jarez, said that the star had gone into the bathroom, and after he didn't come out, his friend found him unconscious when he went to check on him.WATCH: 2022 Grammys Key MomentsMORE: Exclusive: Amanda Kloots opens up about dating and honoring late husband for son ElvisCoolio came up on the L.A.