SA Hip Hop DJ Dimplez has died. SA Music Award-nominated hip hop artist DJ Dimplez, real name Tumi Mooi, has died.
The heartbreaking death news was confirmed by a close friend, announcing that DJ Dimplez lost his life suddenly and after collapsing in his home this morning, but there is no statement from the artist at this time.
Some claim DJ Dimplez’s cause of death is related to drug overdose, however, there is no confirmed report about the manner at this time. We are trying our best to find related information as soon as possible.
Several sources including a close friend of the DJ told TshisaLIVE that Dimplez died on Sunday. They said the family would issue an official statement soon.
Not much is known so far about how he died.
Dimplez’s list of hit songs include We Ain’t Leaving, on which he featured Anatii and L-Tido, and Way Up featuring Cassper Nyovest and JR. He released the album Kubu, in 2019.
As a contributor in the industry, the DJ played a big role in solidifying the fact that there was space in SA entertainment for hip hop DJs. He played in clubs, festivals and his music featured on most music charts.
The DJ’s last Instagram post is a snap of him at late rapper Riky Rick’s memorial service on Friday.
Tributes flooded the social media TL as many expressed their shock and disbelief at the DJ’s death.
This is a developing story.
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