Legendary rapper Chino XL dies at 50: he was called Tupac's biggest rival. Video

American rapper Chino XL (real name: Derek Keith Barbosa) died at the age of 50 on July 28. The singer was the biggest rival of rapper 2Pac (Tupac Shakur), who, in turn, received massive recognition after his death.

On the morning of Tuesday, July 30, Chino XL posted a message from his family about the loss of a loved one on Instagram. The cause of death is being kept secret.

"The family of Derek Keith Barbosa, professionally known as Chino XL, is devastated to relay the news of his passing. Chino died on the morning of Sunday, July 28, 2024 at home. He was 50. Chino is survived by his children, Chynna, Bella, Lyric, Kiyana; his stepson Shawn; grandchildren Emmy, Emery, Chris, Luis, and Dyani; his mother, Carole; and his former longtime partner Stephanie," the post read. The comments under it are disabled, so fans could not express their empathy.

In a joint statement, his daughters said, "Our father had many titles — King of Punchlines, Puerto Rican Superhero — but the most important one was Girl Dad. 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." 

The rapper was the author of hits like I want more, Coins in the Compound, Father's Day, Nunca, Riiiot, Wordsmith.

It is known that the feud with 2Pac was caused by Chino XL's debut album Here to Save You All. It was released in 1996, shortly before Tupac's murder.

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"By this industry, I'm trying not to get f**king like 2Pac in jail". Tupac responded to this humiliation with his track Hit 'Em Up, in which he mentioned several rappers, including Biggie and Diddy.

In addition to his rap career, Chino XL has occasionally played in movies. He appeared in CSI: Miami, Reno 911, and Alex and Emma.

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