Remembering Nashawn Breedlove: The Legendary Battle-Rapper from “8 Mile” Passes Away

Oh no, folks! Nashawn Breedlove, the legendary battle-rapper who went up against the mighty Eminem in the iconic movie “8 Mile,” has sadly passed away. This news comes straight from a trusted family member who told our sources that Nashawn died peacefully in his sleep at his home in New Jersey. Gosh, we can’t help but wonder what could have caused his untimely demise. So mysterious!

Nashawn, known for his rap battle as the character Lotto in the 2002 film, not only showcased his rhyming skills but also left a lasting impression on us with his performance. Oh, the memories!

Nashawn Breedlove

Nashawn’s iconic rap lyrics still echo in our minds. Who could forget when he confidently uttered, “I feel bad I gotta murder that dude from ‘Leave it to Beaver'”? The crowd went wild! Well, he may not have won that rap battle against B-Rabbit (played by Eminem), but he definitely won our hearts.

But before his big break on the silver screen, Nashawn was known by his stage name OX. He even made a notable appearance on the soundtrack of the 2001 film “The Wash” alongside the iconic Dr. Dre and Snoop Dogg. Talk about starting from the bottom and rising to the top!

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The news of Nashawn’s passing was first reported by rapper Mickey Factz, who paid tribute to the battle-rapper for his undeniable tenacity and aggressiveness on the mic. It’s clear that Nashawn left an indelible mark on the world of battle-rapping.

Rest in peace, Nashawn. You will be dearly missed.

Original article https://www.tmz.com/2023/09/26/8-mile-battle-rapper-nashawn-breedlove-lotto-dead-dies/