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Heavy D Dead at 44

Heavy D — real name Dwight Arrington Myers — was pronounced dead at an L.A. hospital at 1 PM on Tuesday, November 8. He was 44 years old.Click "NEXT" to see what celeb friends and fans posted on Twitter after the news broke.

Usher

This is too heavy, I can't believe it. HEAVY D was just here. Truly gone too soon. My heart and support goes out to his family. R.I.P HEAVY

Russell Simmons

I am deeply saddened by the sudden loss of Heavy D. A long time friend and a beautiful person

Samuel L. Jackson

Ahhh man! Heavy D?! Dwight wz a dear friend. Fond memories of a truly cool brutha.

Nicki Minaj

We'll never forget you babe! #hiphopelite #RIPHeavyD

Rev Run

R.I.P to one of the best rappers who ever Did it @HeavyD You will be missed tremendously!

Common

Heavy D was...no...is one of Hip-Hops finest. Your art and contribution will live 4ever brother! #RIPHheavyD

Ice T

Terrible news 'Heavy D' died today.. Rest In Peace homie...

Alyssa Milano

Heavy D gave me advice when I was pregnant. He said, "Cherish every single moment. It goes by way too fast". Rest in peace, Heavy D.

Ne-Yo

Man. I was just with Heavy D recently in London. Had I known it'd be the last time I'd see him, I woulda told him he was truly great. RIP...

Wilmer Valderrama

We have lost another member of Hip Hop"s legacy, a TRUE Rap legend... "Heavy D" RIP...... WV

Adam Rodriguez

With great sadness I wish my brother Dwight Meyers aka "Heavy D" a peaceful journey into the next life. You will be missed in this one Hev.

Travis Barker

Damn.. R.I.P. HeavyD~

Mike Epps

R.I.P HEAVY D WE WILL MISS YOU!!

Orlando Jones

A very close friend of mine passed away today. Heavy D was a genius an amazing father and a true friend. My heart goes out to Dwight and his family. I am personally devastated by the horrible news. Much love my brother. Much much love.

Jackee Harry

RIP Heavy D ( @heavyd ): Hip Hop Legend, Music Exec, ... All Around GREAT Guy. #GoneTooSoon

LaLa Vazquez

Stunned by the news of @heavyd passing away. He was an amazing man that always wanted 2help others..may GOD bless him in heaven&his family

Omar Epps

Damn! RIP Heavy D.. He was a genuine, good dude! Lift his family up in prayer..

Jonathan Knight

Just heard Heavy D passed away! Wow Wow Wow I'm shocked!

Mario Lopez

He was a cool, smooth big man... R.I.P Heavy D.. My condolences to your family

Rosario Dawson

Thank you for inspiring always.Such sad news to hear you've left us so early. Blessings to your family.Rest in Peace “@heavyd: BE INSPIRED!