RAPPER Biz Markie is still alive and receiving round-the-clock medical care, his rep has confirmed after false online rumours he had died.

It comes after reports the 57-year-old Just A Friend hitmaker was is "in a hospice with significant brain damage" following a stroke.

Who is Biz Markie's wife Tara?

Tara Davis married Biz in 2005 in a private ceremony.

The couple are notoriously private so not much is known about them.

It is unclear what she does for a career, but unlike her husband, she has shunned the spotlight.

Biz occasionally posts pics of his wife on his Instagram @officialbizmarkie.

What has Tara said about her husband's condition?

Although Tara hasn't publicly spoken about Biz's current condition, and the death rumors, his rep told Rolling Stone: “The news of Biz Markie’s passing is not true.

“Biz is still under medical care, surrounded by professionals who are working hard to provide the best healthcare possible.”

Reporter Brandon "Scoop B" Robinson also tweeted to quash rumours Biz had died – but added he has "significant brain damage."

Roland Martin also gave an update on the singer's condition on Twitter: "Folks, @BizMarkie has NOT died. I have been in contact with sources who are texting and talking to his wife.

"My source talked to Biz TODAY. Per his wife, Biz HAS NOT passed away. Please stop responding to non-credible sources. This hurts the family, friends and fans."

What else do we know about Biz Markie?

Biz – who is known as the "Clown Prince of Hip Hop" – began his career working as a human beatbox for acts MC Shan and Roxanne Shanté. 

When his singing career began to decline in the 90s, Biz pursued a career as a DJ.

In July 2020, he was also hospitalized for several weeks with complications from Type 2 Diabetes, TMZ reported at the time.

 

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