The family of the late rapper confirmed that he died in his home on Sunday, July 28 Njera Perkins was a digital news writer at PEOPLE. She worked at PEOPLE in 2024. Her work has previously appeared in ...

It appears hip-hop has lost yet another legendary act. According to reports, Chino XL (real name Derek Keith Barbosa) has died at the age of 50. The heartbreaking news seemingly began to gain steam ...

Rapper Chino XL, born Derek Emmanuel Barbosa, has reportedly passed away at the age of 50. Originally from the Bronx, he moved to New Jersey and gained fame with his 1996 debut album "Here to Save You ...

Chino XL, a rapper known for his rapid-fire delivery and deft, cutting wordplay, has died. The local hip-hop legend, who was 50, grew up in East Orange. Chino XL, born Derek Keith Barbosa in the Bronx ...

Chino Moreno, singer for Deftones and ††† (Crosses), isn't as fond of rapping as he used to be and there's one big reason it's not as big of a part of his vocal identity these days. Although he ...

Rap veteran Chino XL died at his home on Sunday morning at the age of 50. In his lifetime, the artist born Derek Keith Barbosa connected closely with collaborators and friends who often considered him ...