They got engaged in 2001 but their relationship did not last long and they separated after 10 months of their engagement. Nia is gorgeous and Heavy D is handsome. He remains the most famous West Coast rapper, 15 years after his death. MC Trouble and the Good Girls' single "(I Wanna) Make You Mine" hit No. Died: May 15, 2011, at age 22. I have to ask LSA detectives, did Heavy D and Nia Long date each other? The two have a son together named, Massai Zhivago Dorsey II who was born on November 26, 2000. Husband Ime Udoka, a former NBA player and head coach of the Boston Celtics, and Long began Heavy D coyly smiled at the camera. With several acting credits under her belt and more movie projects underway, Long continues to shine. Long played a leading role, or a member of the primary ensemble, in several films,[11] including Soul Food, Love Jones, Boiler Room, Big Momma's House, Are We There Yet?, and The Best Man. WebAug 20, 2014 - Tumblr is a place to express yourself, discover yourself, and bond over the stuff you love. Background: We miss the Fat Boys, a relic from an era when rap didn't take itself so seriously. Nia had at least 14 relationship in the past. About American Rapper Heavy D was born Dwight Arrington Myers on 24th May, 1967 in Mandeville, Manchester, Jamaica and passed away on 8th Nov 2011 Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles, California, USA aged 44. Nia has two children; Massai Zhivago Dorsey II, Longs son from her previous long-term relationship with fellow actor Massai Z. Dorsey, was born on 26 November 2000. The throwback photo showed the acclaimed actress, who sported afro hair and hoop earrings, pulling off a smize beside Heavy D, whose real name was Dwight Arrington Myers. 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[13] An autopsy report, released on December 27, 2011, stated that the cause of death was a pulmonary embolism (PE) caused by a blood clot in a leg. In 1981 the group released the single "The Adventures of Grandmaster Flash on the Wheels of Steel," which featured the first use of scratching on a record. Fans also remarked that Heavy D was a legendary rapper. In 2003, she joined the cast of the drama Third Watch, where she played NYPD Officer Sasha Monroe, continuing until the series finale in 2005. 10 3 2 Late Nite. However, these days, the talk show host said she's more concerned about a potential suitor's credit score, to which Long agreed. When Long was seven, her mother moved to South Los Angeles, as she planned to marry there. "The outpouring of love and support from family, friends and the community during this difficult time means so much to me," Long said. [22][23] The couple split in 2022.[24]. ", Heavy D was nominated for a Drama Desk Award for his 1995 off-Broadway play "Riff Raff." In the new Netflix comedy, Long stars along Eddie Murphy and Jonah Hill. Heavy D arrives with friend Nia Long for Eddie Murphy's wedding in New York on March 18, 1993. When you visit this site, it may store or retrieve information on your browser, mostly in the form of cookies. Jamaican-American musician and actor (19672011), Happily Ever After: Fairy Tales for Every Child, "Heavy D, Smooth-Talking Hip-Hop Star, Dies at 44", "Heavy D- The Overweight Lover to Notorious B.I.G. In 2010 she entered a relationship with basketball player Ime Udoka and they welcomed a son named Kez in 2011. As with many senseless acts of violence in the rap world, the only answer is: Who knows. 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"Comedy writers, one's an actor but he's a director, too. "African-American women who are extremely successful can't always find black male counterparts on that level so it's a little bit of a reflection of reality that black women are starting to date outside their race and why not? The Brooklyn-based trio the Fat Boys (which also included Mark "Prince Markie Dee" Morales and Damon "Kool Rock-Ski" Wimbley) released their Kurtis Blow-produced debut album "The Fat Boys" in 1984, and it became one of the records that widened rap's popularity from a niche genre. Wallace became embroiled in an East Coast-West Coast rap feud in the '90s, and despite a phalanx of security, he was killed as he sat in an SUV after he and his entourage left a party following the 1997 Vibe magazine awards. 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That being said, Sommore, whose real name is Lori Ann Rambough, confessed she didnt share a sisterly bond with Nia. On being in a good space mentally and emotionally: I have a very Zen persona right now. The group maintained a sizeable audience in the United States through most of the 1990s. WebHeavy D & the Boyz were the first group signed to Uptown Records, with Heavy D as the frontman and only rapper. WebNia Talita Long (born October 30, 1970) is an American actress. 10 3 2 Late Nite. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. WebNia Talita Long (born October 30, 1970) is an American actress. ", Why Is Chris Pratt Receiving Backlash? Mit unserem einfachen Abonnement erhalten Sie Zugriff auf die besten Inhalte von Getty Images. Dwight Arrington Myers[1][2] (May 24, 1967 November 8, 2011),[3] known professionally as Heavy D, was a Jamaican-born American rapper, record producer, and actor. The 6-foot-3 rapper often sang about his bigness and called himself "The Overweight Lover." Joined May 3, 2020 RELATED VIDEO: Nia Long Says 'Consistency and Transparency' are 'Super Sexy' in Romantic Relationships. She also had a son, Kez Sunday, with Ime Udoka in 2011. Died: June 4, 1991, at age 20. created a second sonic boom in the art form with the release of its second album, "Straight Outta Compton" (1988). In December 2022, Nia purchased a new house in L.A.s Hollywood Hills for $3.6 million. She won a NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Actress in a Drama Series in 2004 for her performance on Third Watch. Actress Nia Long took to social media to pay a birthday tribute to her late friend, rapper Heavy D, who passed away more than a decade ago. I enjoy it very much.". Nia Long is an American actress, voice actress, producer, and director who is known for her television roles like playing Officer Sasha Monroe in the NBC crime drama seriesThird Watch, Katherine Kat Speakes in the soap operaGuiding Light, Katie Graham in the ABC comedy-drama series Big Shots, E.A.D. It was on her debut album, "Gotta Get a Grip." In this photo, he performs at the BET Hip Hop Awards in Atlanta on Oct. 1.Keep clicking to see more photos of Heavy D. Montae Talbert, aka M-Bone of the Cali Swag District. In 2014, Nia became the first black woman to become the face of Elizabeth Taylor White Diamonds Fragrance. Patrol alongside Sean Astin, Tim Thomerson and Brian Keith. [9] In 1992 he appeared on Michael Jackson's single "Jam", and also gained a higher profile by singing the theme song for the television program In Living Color and also MADtv. He collapsed outside his home in Beverly Hills, California, and was taken to Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. Her first notable role on television was a three-year contract role as Kathryn "Kat" Speakes on the soap opera Guiding Light. And just loving who I am, even when I dont feel that Im being so lovable. You might say that every rapper who dies has done so before his or her time. Their debut, Living Large, was released in 1987. Nia had at least 14 relationship in the past. "Very," Long agreed before adding, "I've never dated an actor.". Heavy D was referred to in the song "Juicy" by the Notorious B.I.G., and appeared in his music video for "One More Chance". Scott Sterling, aka Scott La Rock of Boogie Down Productions. In 2016, Long was cast in a recurring role for the TV series Empire. Heavy D had recently returned from a trip to Cardiff, Wales, United Kingdom, where he performed at a Michael Jackson tribute concert.[14]. Below are highlights from the UPTOWN interview: (via Sandra Rose): On Jada Pinkett-Smith protesting the Oscar Awards: Ive known Jada since we were young women. (EXCLUSIVE, Premium Rates Apply) HOLLYWOOD - OCTOBER 30: Rapper/Reggae Artist Heavy D (L) and Actress Nia Long participate in Heavy D's "Long Distance Girlfriend" Music Video Shoot on October 30, 2008 Les Deux in Hollywood, California. Long and Udoka, 45, had been engaged since 2015. Eddie F was his business partner in the group, DJ, and one of the producers. Shortly after his death, MC Hammer and others paid tribute to Heavy D on Twitter. After appearing in the off-Broadway play Riff Raff at Circle Repertory Company, Heavy D returned to recording with the hit Waterbed Hev. The reason for this is because the siblings didnt grow up together. Margaret Verble had a book rejected 92 times. Eddie F was his business partner in the group, DJ, and one of the producers. They welcomed a son together Kez Sunday Udoka in 2011. Big Pun, short for Big Punisher, was known for his technical ability and locution, and he became one of the most successful Latino rappers. [19], Long contributes her time to the Sterling Children's Home in Barbados as a motivational speaker. Apart from academics, she also took lessons in ballet, tap, jazz, gymnastics, guitar, and acting. She now calls Los Angeles home where she lives with her 12 year old son, Massai, 14 month old son, Kez and partner Ime Udoka, an Assistant Coach for the San Antonio Spurs. [4], Dwight Arrington Myers was born on May 24, 1967, in Mandeville, Manchester, Jamaica, the son of nurse Eulahlee Lee and machine technician Clifford Vincent Myers. [4] In 1997, Heavy D collaborated with B.B. LaTasha Sheron Rogers, aka MC Trouble. Click the image to see our gallery of other rap stars who died before their time. Background: ODB was always the crazy one in Wu-Tang Clan, the superstar collective he helped found. She acquired the role of Giuliana, a Las Vegas club owner. In 2005 and 2006, Long appeared on Everwood, and appeared on Boston Legal during its 20062007 season. Im not trying to be an ingnue anymore. His two albums, "Ready to Die" and "Life After Death," are cornerstones of rap, and his delivery and flow are the envy of other emcees. She had a son named Massai Zhivago Dorsey II on November 26, 2000. Joined May 3, 2020 Long also starred in Big Shots from 2007 to 2008 alongside Michael Vartan and Dylan McDermott. Barrymore insisted, which prompted Long to ask about the kinds of men she has met online. Some, tragically, are no longer around to reflect on their place in hip-hops history. He was shot four times by an unknown assailant while riding in a BMW driven by Suge Knight, the CEO of Death Row Records, in Las Vegas. He would have turned 54 on May 24. Long starred alongside Michael Beach in Soul Food and in the TV series Third Watch. Nia Long has been a long-time supporter of the. Nia Long has taken personal training from Jeanette Jenkins. At right, Run-DMC at the second annual MTV Video Music Awards in September 1985, 10 months before they changed the rap world with their cover/duet of Aerosmith's "Walk This Way." Nia Long has been engaged to Massai Z. Dorsey (2001). She had joked to Urban Daily about receiving many offers to attend her family reunions. Actress Nia Long took to social media to pay a birthday tribute to her late friend, rapper Heavy D, who passed away more than a decade ago. "Friday" star Nia Long recently remembered her dear friend, rapper Heavy D, who passed away in November 2011 due to embolism. [14], Long appeared in supporting roles in a number of movies such as Friday and Made in America. WebRelationships Heavy D was in relationships with Antonia Lofaso and Halle Berry. which is regarded as a hip hop classic.[4]. Unlike the original film, however, her character is in an interracial relationship with a white man. But the group was best-known for its 1991 dance-floor hit "Now That We Found Love," which you're probably singing right now. In a separate post, she lauded him as an educator. WebHeavy D "Long Distance Girlfriend" Music Video Shoot (EXCLUSIVE, Premium Rates Apply) HOLLYWOOD - OCTOBER 30: Rapper/Reggae Artist Heavy D (L) and Actress Nia Long participate in Heavy D's "Long Distance Girlfriend" Music Video Shoot on October 30, 2008 Les Deux in Hollywood, California. They welcomed a son together Kez Sunday Udoka in 2011. She and her fianc called off the wedding, but Talita chose to stay in Los Angeles. "Friday" star Nia Long recently remembered her dear friend, rapper Heavy D, who passed away in November 2011 due to embolism. [12], Heavy D's final live performance was with Eddie F at the 2011 BET Hip Hop Awards on October 11, 2011, their first live televised performance together in 15 years. She shared a snap on Instagram to honor the late rapper on his birthday. Background: Biggie's legend has only grown during the years since he was shot to death, a crime that remains unsolved. Cause: Heart attack. While many mourned Kobe Bryants death, Nia Long and her sister, Sommore channeled their tears closer to home with the death of their father. Dixon's death led to a tribute on the follow-up platinum album, Peaceful Journey. The other two members, T-Roy and G-Wiz were the dancers. In 2010 she entered a relationship with basketball player Ime Udoka and they welcomed a son named Kez in 2011. WebLike Nia, several celebrities who knew Heavy D very well wished the "Somebody For Me" hitmaker a happy birthday.