Sources also told the outlet that Saafir died in his hometown of Oakland, Calif. Golden State Project was a rap trio with Xzibit, Saafir and Ras Kass. The group was originally goi

Prominent Oakland rapper Saafir has died at 54 years old. His death was confirmed via social media by his friend and former Golden State Project group member, Xzibit.

Born in Oakland in 1970, Saafir became a well-known voice in West Coast rap. After leaving home at 12 years old, he bounced around to various group homes, before going on to become a highly influential figure in the 1990s underground music scene.

Rapper and Xzibit's former groupmate Saafir died on Nov. 19 at age 54. Here's everything to know about his cause of death and Xzibit's statement.

Saafir's exact cause of death has not been revealed, though he faced numerous health challenges over the years.

Rapper and actor Saafir has died, aged 54. The news was announced publicly on his Instagram page by his friend and fellow group member of the Golden State Project, Xzibit. Saafir, whose real name was Reggie Gibson, had been suffering from health problems in recent years and had been using a wheelchair.

Oakland rapper and actor Saafir, best known for his role in the film "Menace II Society" and his album "Boxcar Sessions," has died at 54. His friend and fellow rapper Xzibit shared the news on social media,

RAPPER Saafir has died at the age of 54. The star, real name Reggie Gibson, was famed for his jazz-infused style and distinctive voice. Saafir faced several health challenges in recent years and

Saafir's death was announced by his friend and collaborator Xzibit, who admitted he was 'crushed' by the loss of the talented rapper

West Coast rapper Saafir, known for music he made solo and with Xzibit and Ras Cass, as part of Golden State Project, and for his performance in the 1993 film Menace II Society, has died at 54. Xzibit said in a post shared by the artist's son,