DMX, Legendary Rapper of ‘Party Up (Up in Here),’ Dies at 50 Earl Simmons was hospitalized after suffering a heart attack April 2Brian Welk | April 9, 2021 @ 9:23 AM Last Updated: April 9, 2021 @ 12:14 PM Getty DMX, the legendary rapper known for his songs “Party Up (Up in Here),” “X Gon’ Give It to Ya” and many more, has died. He was 50. DMX, whose real name is Earl Simmons, died Friday after six days in the hospital following a heart attack. “We are deeply saddened to announce today that our loved one, DMX, birth name of Earl Simmons, passed away at 50-years-old at White Plains Hospital with his family by his side after being placed on life support for the past few days,” his family said in a statement. “Earl was a warrior who fought till the very end. He loved his family with all of his heart and we cherish the times we spent with him. Earl’s music inspired countless fans across the world and his iconic legacy will live on forever. We appreciate all of the love and support during this incredibly difficult time. Please respect our privacy as we grieve the loss of our brother, father, uncle and the man the world knew as DMX. We will share information about his memorial service once details are finalized.”