U.S. rapper Fatman Scoop dead after collapsing on stage

U.S. rapper Fatman Scoop has died, his family and manager announced Saturday, after the 53-year-old artist suffered a medical emergency while performing on stage, prompting a wave of tributes from the world of hip-hop.

Scoop, best known for the hit tracks "Be Faithful" and "It Takes Scoop," collapsed on stage at Hamden Town Center Park, Connecticut and was taken to hospital where doctors were unable to revive him, U.S. media reported.

Medical staff apparently attempted to administer CPR while he was still on the stage...