Hip-Hop Star Nate Dogg Dies

By Kelly Fisher Posted Mar 16th 2011 06:05AM

Hip-hop star Nate Dogg, 41, has reportedly passed away after suffering from health issues for several years. Long Beach's Press Telegram was first to report the Long Beach native's death.

While no details have been released as to how the smooth singer -- real name Nathaniel Hale -- died, it has been reported he suffered strokes in both 2007 and 2008.

Nate Dogg was a collaborator with hip-hop megastars including Eminem and Dr. Dre, and he is a founding member of the hip-hop group 213 with Snoop Dogg and Warren G.

Just last week, Warren G tweeted that Nate Dogg was receiving treatment. "For those that dont know awhile back nate had 2 strokes he is in therapy thanks again for your support," he tweeted. Watch some of Nate Dogg's videos after the jump.

Snoop Dogg seemed to confirm the sad news over Twitter, writing, "We lost a true legend n hip hop n rnb. One of my best friends n a brother to me since 1986 when I was a sophomore at poly high where we met."

"RIP NATE DOGG," he added.

Check out 'I Got Love' by Nate Dogg below.

Check out 'Regulate' by Warren G., featuring Nate Dogg, below.

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Wednesday 16 March

By Brock

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"superstars Eminem and Dr. Dre"????? Whoever has even heard from these no-talents? Superstar means someone who has talent and sings, like Streisand, Beyonce and Diana Ross, not folks who talk their way through no melody.

By ljsurf322

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Are you SERIOUS? Obviously you are not a fan of this music because Eminem and Dr. Dre are HUGE stars in this business. Get over yourself and show some respect!

By jackopej

No matter where your at on this planet, the DEVIL will always be present.

By DDoggie

Ok-- we'll take you alls word that he was a fine human being and a real contributer to society but whats with the mammy doo rag 'round his head??

By pugs

my simpathy go out to nate dogg family rip og from pugs east coast one love

By freewalk9

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I may not care for rap or hip-hop but I care even less for people who would say such horrible things about a man who just died too young. I know very little about Nate Dogg but he never did any harm to me. It is a shame that he suffered two strokes at such a young age and that he has died.
If you think his music is offensive, remember, those of you who make nasty,cruel remarks are even more offensive.

Thursday 17 March

By HATE HATERS

LOVED WHAT YOU SAID COULDNT B SAID ANY BETTER!PEOPLE WITH STUPID AND MEAN REMARKS ARE NOT THINKING OF THE PAIN THIS MAN'S FAMILY IS GOING THROUGH.

By chuck

1 more down many more to go of the G rappers

By Frances

R.I.P NATE DOGG

By Tina

To everyone who is being disrespectful, theres no need for any of that. Ok you dont like rap fine thats your choice. This person is a human being, a son, father, husband, brother........he is somebody's loved one. How would any of you people being rude would like it if people were saying that about one of your loved ones. Just kick back and let the people who are upset & grieving during this time alone.

By HotDollBhm

The bottomline here is sadness. Our world is facing natural diasters, such as the earthquake and cyclone in Japan. Thousands of people are died.

Here on AOL you have these mindless and worthless rednecks who lives far out in hicksville and they can not find anything intelligent to say or write about life, living, and dying.

Nate Dogg had the smoothest voice in the rap and hip-hop industry.

Rap and Hip-hop fans black, white, yellow or whatever color and nationality loved the man, as did his family and close friends.

Nate you died too soon . . . we would have loved to heard more music from you.

LOVE YOU!

RIP NATE DOG

By lalakersguy34

RIP Nate Dogg

By Joel K

IN loving memory of Nate Dogg, may his soul rest in Peace, your music and rythm raised some of the people in the music industry today. rest in peace

By RIP Nate...

I am not into Rap by any means, I'm a born blooded rock n' Roller.... But Nate Dogg was a good cat and had health issues which I wouldn't wish on my worst enemy, he had 2 strokes at his young age. Sorry your body gave out on ya Nate, but you got to live your dream..right on Nate! ....Rest easy brother.

Friday 18 March

By bchicago6

R.I.P. You will be missed Nate Dogg.

I am a senior and still enjoyed The Dogg's style and hooks

By blackbuttcumly

Nate Dogg was more important than Martin Luther King in regards to the record industry. It was his vision and his talent that made it possible for other similar acts like Justin Bieber and Mylie Cyrus to get ther foots in the door. He was a tru pioneer.

I pray you rest in peace, brother.

Tuesday 22 March

By Thomas Martin

RIP Nate

Monday 28 March

By jackson's cleaning service LLC

We will miss you DOG! love you

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