Obituary of Biz Markie

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Biz Markie

Biz Markie (born April 8th, 1964 in Harlem, New York) was a Rapper who was best known for his single "Just a Friend". Biz died on July 26th, 2021 and his death was possibly because of complications from Type 2 diabetes (a stroke) . He was 57 years old when God took him from us.

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Biz Markie Biography Wiki:

    • Is He Dead or Alive: Dead
    • Full Name: Markie, Biz
    • Common Name: Biz Markie
    • Gender: Male
    • Preferred Gender Pronoun: he/him
    • Birthplace: Harlem, New York, United States
    • Birth Date: April 08, 1964
    • Age: 57 (at death)
    • Occupations:
    • Active Years: 1985-2021
    • Nationality: American
    • Favorite Food: Newman's Own Dressing
    • Favorite Color: Cyan
    • Favorite Scent: Escentric Molecules 02
    • Favorite Actor: Michelle Rodriguez

    Biz's Family Tree

    • Birth Name: Marcel Theo Hall
    • Father:
    • Mother:
    • Spouse/Partner:
    • Not  Married - Single - Dating?

Death Notice:

  • Date: July 26 2021 at age 57
  • Place: Baltimore, Maryland, United States
  • Cause of Death: Diabetes (type 2)

Category Tags:

RapperSinger-Songwriter American Born on April 8th Born in 1964 Born in New York Died in 2021 Died at age 57 Died from Diabetes

Quotable Quotes:

"Biz Markie will always be remembered for his unique sound, infectious personality, and impact on the music industry. He will forever live on as a legend in the hearts and minds of his fans. (V)"

"Biz Markie had a successful career as a rapper, DJ, and producer, known for his signature beatboxing and humorous lyrics, but his unexpected passing at the age of 57 left a void in the world of hip hop music. (V)"

Is Mr. Biz Markie still alive? According to our unconfirmed records, he has passed away.

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Celebrity Obit Rating: 4 Stars
Wiki Page Updated: 2025-08-06 12:06:05
Author: Tucker
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