Rapper Young Bleed, born Glenn Clifton Jr., passed away at the age of 51 on Saturday due to complications from a brain aneurysm. He was hospitalized days earlier and placed in the ICU on a ventilator, according to TMZ.
Tameka Long, mother of their 10-year-old son, told the outlet that the aneurysm was caused by internal bleeding. Young Bleed's son, Ty'Gee Ramon, confirmed his father's sudden death in an emotional Instagram video on Monday.
"As of November 1st, my dad gained his wings. This is a tough topic for me - not sure how it's gonna go. But I am here to clear up a lot of false narratives."
Ramon noted that his father had no serious health issues leading up to his death, though he did have high blood pressure which he managed with medication.
Young Bleed was best known for hits like "How Ya Do That," featured on the 1997 soundtrack of the film I'm Bout It. His influence left a lasting mark on the music industry.
In the video, Ramon shared his grief while honoring his father's impact and legacy.
Young Bleed, a respected rapper known for his 1990s hits, died at 51 after a brain aneurysm caused internal bleeding, leaving behind a grieving family and a significant musical legacy.