Nashawn Breedlove dying: 8 Mile star and battle rapper dies in his sleep aged 46

8 Mile star Nashawn Breedlove has died on the age of 46, TMZ has reported.

According to the publication, the actor and battle rapper died in his sleep on Sunday in New Jersey, with a member of the family confirming the unhappy information to the outlet.

Hip hop star Mickey Factz additionally tweeted: (*8*)

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Breedlove portrayed the character Lotto in the hit 2002 movie, which was mentioned to be loosely based mostly on Eminem‘s life.

It additionally starred the likes of the late Brittany Murphy, Kim Basinger and Mekhi Phifer.

Lotto and Eminem’s character had a rap battle in the movie.

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According to Variety, Breedlove’s mom Patricia additionally confirmed his dying on Facebook this week.

“Nashawn was a rapper, singer, songwriter, and actor,” she reportedly wrote.

“No one could deny his talent. Nashawn’s departure from this world has left an immense void in my life, one that words cannot fully express.”

“I can’t put into words the pain and hurt that I feel.

“He was not simply my son; he was a exceptional man whose character and power impressed all who crossed his path.”

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Breedlove additionally featured on the soundtrack for the comedy movie The Wash, which starred Dr. Dre and Snoop Dogg.

His reason behind dying shouldn’t be but recognized.