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Ol' Dirty Bastard

American rapper (1968–2004).

Born November 15th, 1968 in Fort Greene.

Died November 13th, 2004 at 35 years old in Manhattan (myocardial infarction). [ref]

Occupations
rapper, songwriter

On November 13th 2004, at the age of 35, Russell Tyrone Jones, more famously known as Ol' Dirty Bastard, passed away. He was a musician in the hip-hop group Wu-Tang Clan and was a successful solo artist with the album "Return to the 36 Chambers". He was known for his flamboyant style of rapping, often wearing bright clothing and eccentric hairstyles. Born in Brooklyn, New York, he was highly influenced by his environment and the street culture of the Brooklyn neighborhood. He dropped out of high school as a teenager to embark on his music career. He received recognition for his music with multiple acclaimed albums. Ol' Dirty Bastard is remembered for his musical talent, energetic persona and timeless artistry. He left behind a legacy that will be remembered and celebrated for generations.

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