Rapper Ty Dies Of Coronavirus At 47

UK rapper Ty has died at the age of 47 after contracting the coronavirus, his press team confirmed to The Guardian. The acclaimed hip-hop artist gained prominence with his debut album “The Awkward” and was nominated for the Mercury Prize for 2003’s “Upwards.” Many members of the British music scene – including fellow rap stars Ghetts, Roots Manuva and Blak Twang – mourned Ty’s loss on social media.