South African rap star Leslie Mampe (popularly known as Da L.E.S) suffered a stroke on Friday and has been hospitalised.
His family confirmed the unfortunate news in an official statement issued on Sunday afternoon after the rapper missed his birthday celebration per a social media post.
“Due to unforeseen circumstances, Da L.E.S will unfortunately not be in attendance at his birthday celebration this evening. Thank you for understanding,” the post read.
The post got many worried until after the family in another statement explained that the rapper had been hospitalised after suffering from a stroke.
“The family of renowned South African musician Da L.E.S is deeply saddened to inform the public that he suffered a stroke at home on Friday, 26 July 2024 and has been hospitalized.
Whilst he is in a stable condition, this remains a challenging time for his loved ones, and his family call on the public to keep him in their thoughts and prayers as they navigate this difficult period,” said the Mampe family, promising to share updates on Da L.E.S’ condition as they become available.”
