American rapper and music producer Lil Jon has shared heartbreaking news with fans. His son, Nathan Smith, has passed away. The Grammy-winning artist confirmed the loss in a joint statement released along with Nathan’s mother.
“I am extremely heartbroken for the tragic loss of our son, Nathan Smith. His mother and I are devastated,” the statement read.
Lil Jon described his son as an “amazingly talented young man” who had built his own identity in the music world. Nathan was not only a music producer and artist but also a trained sound engineer and a graduate of New York University.
The missing report was filed earlier this week
A missing persons report for Nathan was filed on Tuesday in Milton, Georgia. According to officials, the search for him continued for several days, involving multiple local authorities.
Lil Jon also thanked those who helped in the search. “Thank you for all of the prayers and support in trying to locate him over the last several days. Thank you to the entire Milton police department involved,” he said in the statement.
Nathan was also known by his stage name, DJ Young Slade.
Body recovered from a pond near his home
As per information shared by the Milton government website, divers from the Cherokee County Fire Department recovered a body from a pond near Nathan’s residence on Friday.
Authorities stated, “The individual is believed to be Nathan Smith, pending official confirmation by the Fulton County Medical Examiner’s Office.”
At present, no foul play is suspected. However, the Milton Police Department’s Criminal Investigations Division is looking into the circumstances surrounding the incident.
A young talent remembered
Nathan Smith had quietly built a career in music while staying away from the spotlight of his father’s fame. Those close to him remember him as deeply creative and passionate about sound and production.
Lil Jon, best known for global hits like “Get Low,” “Turn Down for What,” and “Shots,” is now mourning a deeply personal loss that has shaken his family and fans alike.
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