Saint Dog dead: Kottonmouth Kings rapper dies at 44 after 'struggling to breath'
The rapper - real name Steve Thronson - was pronounced dead at his friend's home on October 13
Kottonmouth Kings rapper Saint Dog has died at the age of 44.
The musician, whose real name is Steve Thronson, was pronounced dead on October 12 after 'struggling to breathe'.
The father-of-one had been found unresponsive at his friend's house in Victorville, California on midnight on Wednesday. Emergency responders pounced him dead at 12.10am
According to TMZ, Law enforcement sources say there are 'no obvious signs of foul play' and the cause of death is expected to be determined pending autopsy and toxicology reports.
Thronson leaves behind one son named Max.
The sad news of his death was confirmed by the musician's management via his Instagram page.
"Rest In Peace, Rest In Power to a true underground legend. Saint Dog aka Saint Vicious passed away yesterday in Southern California," they wrote.
"Saint was a unique individual that had a profound impact on anyone he came in contact with.
"While Saint is no longer with us, his music will live on forever. Rest easy, King. - Management."
Tributes were also paid on social media by other industry insiders.
Independent record label Suburban Noize Records wrote: "We will miss you and your big heart. You were one of a kind and our hearts our broken. But we promise to keep your legacy alive threw your music. Everyone please take some time and say a few words or tell a story about our fallen brother below. He touched so many and we will keep his legacy thriving. #RIPSaintDog."
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