Mark Morales a.k.a. Prince Markie Dee of The Fat Boys died February 18, 2021 R.I.P.

Music fans around the world were saddened to learn of the passing of Mark Morales, better known as Prince Markie Dee of the classic rap group The Fat Boys. Morales passed away on February 18, 2021, after a long battle with illness. He and his groupmates—Kool Rock Ski, Buff Love, and the Human Beatbox—were most noted for their comedic skits and smooth rhymes during the golden age of hip-hop in the 1980s. The Fat Boys made an indelible mark on hip-hop that continues to influence the genre today, and Morales will also be remembered for his collaborations with artists such as Heavy D., Mariah Carey, P. Diddy, and Biz Markie. He was also a record producer and radio host, whose passion for music will be remembered for generations to come.