Grime artist MC Stormin has tragically passed away following a two year battle with skin cancer.
The artist, who was a pioneer for the music genre thanks to his distinct voice, revealed in 2016 that he was battling stage 2 skin cancer, which had spread to his neck.
Taking to Twitter, fellow grime artist Skepta and singer Example have led the heartbreaking celebrity tributes for MC Stormin.
Grime artist MC Stormin has tragically passed away following a two year battle with skin cancer
It was a rocky road for MC Stormin who announced two years ago he was diagnosed with skin cancer.
‘I can admit that I have done some bad things in my time but I’ve also done major good so I ask myself why I have been given this card in life. Is it a test? No it’s a fight I will win so when I’m gone just know it’s for a short time and I’ll #BRB,’ he revealed in an open letter at the time.
A few months later, in November of 2016, there was cause for joy as he revealed he was cancer free.
Taking to Twitter, the star – who rose to fame in te N.A.S.T.Y Crew – enthused: ‘Back from the hospital and it’s time to get the bottles out man is cancer free the feeling is unreal.
The artist, who was a pioneer for the music genre thanks to his distinct voice, revealed in 2016 that he was battling stage 2 skin cancer, which had spread to his neck
‘R.I.P’: Taking to Twitter, fellow grime artist Skepta and singer Example have led the heartbreaking celebrity tributes for MC Stormin
MC Stormin last took to his Instagram platform on February 9, where he continued to relay the message he was doing his best to fight the battle: ‘Hospice keeping strong and fighting hard, praise JAH.’
The shocking news was met with heartbreak from his fans and industry peers, with Skepta and Example leading the tributes.
‘Just seen it on my timeline and it’s upset me instantly. No more pain for the soldier that is Stormin. Such an inspiring, strong man. God bless you and your family bro may you rest in peace ❤️
‘Woke to terrible news today and tearing while I write this…Thanks for encouraging me and showing me love when I was starting out brother.’
‘A true legend’: The shocking news was met with heartbreak from his fans and industry peers
‘R.I.P to the legend that is Stormin Rest In Peace Stormin MCthe true meaning of a warrior.’
‘Sad to hear Stormin has passed. Nasty crew were a big part of my childhood. Peace n love towards his family n friends #legend.’
‘I’m so so glad I got to spend a few more hours sitting with Stormin and his wonderful family and friends before his passing. I saw him perform, still just a boy, at Stratford EQ’s before Grime was even a genre nearly 20 years ago. Now he’s gone. Rest easy sir. A true legend.
‘I’m really sad to hear about Stormin passing away. He was my favourite MC growing up. I used to write out all his bars out when I was a 12 year old and recite them. He showed me nothing but love. Thoughts and prayers with his family at this difficult time ❤️