According to media outlets such as TMZ and Stereogum, rapper Mac Miller has passed away due to an apparent overdose at the age of 26. The local police were contacted by one of Miller’s friends. The officers then found him in is Los Angeles residence around noon on Friday. He was pronounced dead at the scene.
As many people know, Mac Miller has suffered from substance abuse for a portion of his life, which only amplifies how sad and tragic his passing is. Back in May, he was arrested for a DUI and hit and run when he ran his G-Wagon into a utility pole.
While there are only limited details available at this moment, there will most likely be additional information revealed in coming days. We send our prayers and condolences to Miller’s family in this incredibly heartbreaking and tragic time.