Apr 9, 2026 · Afrika Bambaataa, a man widely considered one of the main pioneers of hip-hop, died in Pennsylvania of prostate cancer on Thursday, according to his lawyer. He was 68.

He changed his name to Afrika Bambaataa Aasim, adopting the name of the Zulu chief Bhambatha, who led an armed rebellion against unfair economic practices in early 20th-century South Africa.

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Apr 9, 2026 · New York hip-hop pioneer Afrika Bambaataa has died at 68. TMZ reported he died from complications of cancer early Thursday, April 9, just days away from his April 17 birthday, in …

Apr 10, 2026 · Afrika Bambaataa, the rapper and producer who helped create and bring hip-hop and electronic music to the world with songs such as "Planet Rock" and "Looking for the Perfect Beat," …

Apr 10, 2026 · A pioneering force in hip hop, Afrika Bambaataa, has died, multiple media outlets reported. He was 67. The DJ's death was confirmed on Facebook.

Apr 9, 2026 · Afrika Bambaataa, the visionary DJ, rapper, producer, and activist who became one of the first global hip-hop stars and later faced multiple, widespread accusations of child sexual abuse, died...

Apr 10, 2026 · Although Bambaataa played a significant role in the development of hip-hop, his later life was mired by child sexual abuse allegations

Apr 9, 2026 · DJ and rapper Afrika Bambaataa, who played a major role in shaping hip-hop’s sound and culture, has died. He was also known for his electro-funk records including “Planet Rock” and …

Apr 9, 2026 · Pioneering rapper and DJ Afrika Bambaataa has died. The Bronx native was 67. The Hip Hop Alliance, headed by fellow hip hop icon Kurtis Blow, announced his death Thursday.