American rapper Nashawn Breedlove, who starred opposite Eminem in the feature film “8 Mile”, died this Sunday, September 24. He was 46 years old.
He faced Eminem in a furious “battle” in the film 8 Mile. Rapper Nashawn Breedlove, who played the character Lotto, died this Sunday in his sleep, according to information from the TMZ site. The cause of death of the American, who was 46 years old, is not known.
8 Mile, released in theaters in 2003, is partly inspired by the life of Eminem. The film tells the story of Jimmy, a young white rebel from Detroit who accumulates family, professional and sentimental setbacks. After a first humiliation in an oratorical battle between rappers, he tries to take his revenge…
In the feature film directed by Curtis Hanson, which allowed Eminem to obtain the Oscar for Best Original Song for the title Lose Yourself, Nashawn Breedlove plays Lotto, a rapper immersed in Detroit hip-hop culture. A member of the group The Free World, he stands out by confronting Jimmy in a “battle” at the end of the film. A fierce opposition can be found below.
Nashawn Breedlove’s mother confirmed his disappearance on Facebook. “He was a rapper, singer, songwriter and actor. No one could deny his talent”she declares. “Nashawn’s departure from this world has left a huge void in my life, one that words cannot fully express.”
“I can’t put into words the pain and suffering I feel”she continues. “He was not only my son, he was a remarkable man whose character and strength inspired all those who crossed his path.”
In addition to his role in 8 Mile, Nashawn Breedlove participated, under the stage name Ox, in the soundtrack of the comedy The Wash, where we find his song Don’t Talk Shit. A film released in 2001 that stars Dr. Dre and Snoop Dogg and also features Eminem.
8 Mile is available on Netflix.
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