8 miles The cause of death of actor Nashawn Breedlove has been revealed.
According to an autopsy report from the New Jersey State Office of the Chief Medical Examiner (via People), Breedlove died from acute fentanyl, acetylfentanyl, cocaine, and ethanol poisoning. The death was considered accidental.
Breedlove died in his sleep on September 24 at the age of 46 at his home in New Jersey.
At the time, Breedlove's mother, Patricia, issued a statement confirming his death. “Nashawn was a rapper, singer, songwriter and actor. No one could deny his talent,” he wrote. “Nashawn's departure from this world has left an immense void in my life, one that words cannot fully express.”
She continued: “I cannot put into words the pain I feel. He wasn't just my son; He was an extraordinary man whose character and strength inspired all who crossed his path.”
Breedlove was best known for rapping against Eminem on 8 miles. He played a rapper named Lotto in the film, taking on Eminem's B-Rabbit in the second round of a pivotal freestyle battle.
Before appearing in 8 milesHe rapped under the name OX and landed a role on the 2001 soundtrack. The washing starring Dr. Dre and Snoop Dogg.
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