DJ Unk Passes Away at 43: The music world has been struck by grief as famous rapper Anthony Leonard Platt, popularly known as DJ Unk, passed away at the age of 43. The heartbreaking news was confirmed by his wife, Sherkita Long-Platt, in a poignant social media post. She shared, “Please respect my family’s privacy. I just lost my husband, and my children lost their father. Our life will never be the same. I will always love you, Anthony.”
Although the cause of his death has not been disclosed, fans and fellow artists are deeply saddened by the loss of this hip-hop icon.
A Legacy of Hits
DJ Unk shot to fame with his 2006 chartbusters ‘Walk It Out’ and ‘2 Step,’ which became anthems for a generation. His innovative beats and catchy lyrics solidified his place in the hip-hop industry. Tributes have been pouring in from his co-stars and fans, with DJ Montay, who collaborated with him, sharing a heartfelt post. “RIP Unk. It brings me joy to say we created history together,” Montay wrote while sharing nostalgic photos of their time together.
damn this brings back so many memories…R.I.P. to DJ Unk 🕊️🎈 pic.twitter.com/dBwy1JSTS3
— DEAD END HIP HOP (@DeadEndHipHop) January 24, 2025Fans Pay Emotional Tributes
Fans have flooded social media with tributes, celebrating DJ Unk’s contributions to music. One fan wrote, “Thank you, DJ Unk, for giving us songs that defined our college years. Sending love and prayers to your family.” Another shared, “I’ve been listening to ‘Walk It Out’ these past few days. May your music continue to live on in our hearts and memories.”
The hip-hop community and his global fan base are united in mourning the loss of an artist whose music touched countless lives. DJ Unk’s legacy will undoubtedly remain alive through his timeless tracks.