Three 6 Mafia’s Robert "Koopsta Knicca" Cooper Phillips has passed away at the age of 40 after suffering a massive stroke.
He suffered the stroke last weekend and was subsequently put on life support. A GoFundMe page was created in support of the rapper, asking fans at the time to chip in for “any medical bills etc. that he may have, or towards his arrangements should they be needed.”
His Three 6 Mafia co-founder, DJ Paul, confirmed his death on Friday, telling Commercial Appeal Phillips “went in peace.”
“Everyone who knew Koop knew he was very funny and the coolest guy ever,” said Paul. “He will be missed. We made classics together that'll live on.”
Unfortunately, Philips’ death follows another Three 6 Mafia member, Ricky “Lord Infamous” Dunigan’s death in 2013.
Former Three 6 Mafia member, Juicy J, wrote on Instagram after Phillips’ death, "R.I.P koopsta Knicca we made history! You will be missed #mafia4life prayers up for the family."