The music world is mourning the sudden loss of rising emo-rap artist Poorstacy, who has died at the age of 26. The rapper and singer, whose real name was Carlito Junior Milfort, was a frequent collaborator with Blink-182 drummer Travis Barker.
Police Respond to Hotel Incident
Police were called to a hotel in Boca Raton, Florida, on Saturday following an incident. Authorities have confirmed the rapper's death to media outlets, though the exact cause has not been publicly released. Poorstacy, who hailed from the nearby Palm Beach area, was taken to a local hospital where he was later pronounced dead.
The Boca Raton Police Department shared details of the incident with Billboard, describing it as an 'incident' that led to the musician's passing. The local medical examiner's office has also confirmed the death to Page Six. An investigation is likely ongoing, but no further specifics have been disclosed at this time.
A Promising Career and Notable Collaborations
Poorstacy built a notable career in the fusion of emo and rap, marked by his work with punk rock legend Travis Barker. The pair worked on several tracks together, with their 2020 song Choose Life from Poorstacy's album The Breakfast Club achieving significant success.
Over his career, the artist released two studio albums and two EPs. His work also extended to film, featuring on the Grammy Award-nominated soundtrack for Bill & Ted Face the Music. This showcase highlighted his growing influence and the cross-genre appeal of his music.
Industry Reaction and Lasting Legacy
As news of his passing spreads, tributes from fans and peers within the music industry have begun to pour in online. Travis Barker has not yet made a public statement regarding the death of his collaborator and friend.
Poorstacy's death at 26 is a stark reminder of the often-tumultuous landscape of the music industry. His contributions to the emo-rap scene, particularly through his high-profile collaborations, secured him a dedicated fanbase and a promising trajectory that has now been tragically cut short.
Metro has reached out to the Boca Raton Police Department for further comment. This story is developing, and more details are expected to follow as official information is released.
