Magoo Cause of Death: Timbaland's Collaborator Was 50 [DETAILS]

The music world has been rocked by the sad news of the death of Magoo on Sunday.

Melvin Barcliff, known to many as Rapper Magoo, was 50 years old.

He was best remembered for his collaboration with hip-hop icon Timbaland.

Although no cause of death has yet been confirmed, tributes have poured in from famous friends and fans alike.

The untimely demise of Magoo has left the entertainment industry in shock, but several sources revealed Magoo suddenly died due to a suspected heart attack on August 13.

However, no further information about Magoo and his death has been available.

Sharing a heartbreaking update, music producer Digital Black took to Instagram to announce Magoo's passing.

Alongside a picture of Magoo and Timbaland's 1997 album "Welcome To Our World," he wrote: "Man can't believe this RIH Magoo damn big bro wasn't ready for this at all #superfriends."

In response, fellow R&B star Ginuwine (real name Elgin Baylor Lumpkin) expressed his sorrow as he reminded followers that "time is short," offering condolences to Magoo's family.

When Magoo and Timbaland first encountered each other in the early 90s, they were just two young dreamers aspiring to make their mark together in the music industry.

By the late 90s, they had achieved this goal with their debut release that saw them ascend side-by-side as a dynamic duo - prompting many to refer to Magoo as Timbaland's "side-kick."

As news spread of his passing, fans of Magoo's music have come together to remember him in this difficult time.

The news has been met with disbelief and sorrow, expressed by many on Twitter.

One user tweeted, "Mentioning him in an interview just yesterday - I'm devastated. RIP to a true great."

Such shock and grief are palpable throughout the community as fans pay tribute to a beloved artist gone too soon.

As a tribute to the sudden loss of Magoo, many have taken to social media to express their grief.

Videos of his past live performances have been widely shared, with one fan noting, "RIP Magoo, and still so damn young."

Pictures honoring his memory were also posted, with one person tweeting, "#magoo I was so hoping to get a performance from the Trio Missy and Timbaland. Rest well, Magoo."

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