From South Africa to America: Eerie Similarity as Big Pokey Collapses On-Stage Mirroring The Tragic Fate Of Costa Titch
In a devastating incident that echoes Costa Titch’s death in March, American rapper Big Pokey tragically passed away after collapsing on stage during a live show.
The untimely demise of Big Pokey bears a striking resemblance to the shocking death of South African artist Costa Titch earlier this year.
How Big Pokey Died
The Houston rapper, a pioneer of the “chopped-and-screwed” style of hip-hop, died on 17 June after collapsing on stage during a performance in Texas. He was 45 years old.
The artist, whose real name was Milton Powell, was performing at a bar in Beaumont, Texas, on Saturday night when he fell backwards with his microphone in hand. According to a post on his Instagram account, he was taken to a nearby hospital but could not be revived.
“It is with deep sadness that we share the news of the passing of our beloved Milton ‘Big Pokey’ Powell. He was well-loved by his family, friends and loyal fans. In the coming days, we will release information about his celebration of life and how the public can pay their respects. We ask that you respect his family and their privacy during this difficult time.”
BREAKING: Houston Rapper BIG POKEY Collapses And DIES On Stage pic.twitter.com/pnUJ4i6ZGk
— DiedSuddenly (@DiedSuddenly_) June 19, 2023
The cause of death has not been released yet.
Big Pokey was one of the original members of the Screwed Up Click, an influential collective of Houston-based artists that emerged in the 1990s under the guidance of DJ Screw. The group developed a distinctive sound by slowing down the pitch and tempo of rap songs, creating a heavy and laid-back vibe.
Big Pokey Dies The Way Costa Titch Died
Big Pokey’s death has a strikingly tragic resemblance to South African rapper Costa Titch’s, which took place three months ago.
South African rapper Costa Titch, whose real name was Constantinos Tsobanoglou, died in March at 28 after suffering a seizure while performing at the Ultra South Africa music festival in Johannesburg.
Mzansi Saddened
South Africans felt sad after Big Pokey’s death reminded them of Costa Titch’s demise.
Weedbae:
“This is exactly how costa titch died earlier this year. Must be a coincidence 🤔 R.I.P Big Pokey R. I. P Costa Titch.”
DasOrakel:
“There were rumours of drug abuse by Big Pokey and Costa Titch. Otherwise, cardiovascular diseases are very common causes of death in general.”
ZAINO:
“POKEY KU COSTA TITCH, SAME WAY.”
Antillaise:
“The Haitian singer “Michael Benjamin”, South African Costa Titch, Big pokey, more recently…. There are thousands of examples!”