Slice’s death was confirmed,by Mike Imber, his longtime manager. We lost our brother today, Imber said in a text,message to the Associated Press.
The cause of death,was still unclear. Kmiotek said there is no active police,investigation, and no foul play,is suspected.
Slice was a Bahamian-born ex-football player,and strip club bouncer who began competing in unsanctioned,street fights in 2003. Videos of his violent,knockout victories in those bouts,became wildly popular,online, both for his punching power and his,distinctive, intimidating appearance.
He studied MMA,and,eventually,competed,in several promotions, including the,UFC and Bellator, which staged his,two most recent fights.
Slice’s death also was,confirmed by Scott Coker, the CEO of Bellator, which promoted,his return to MMA last year after,a five-year absence. Slice beat Dhaffir Dada 5000 Harris with a,third-round knockout at,Bellator 149 in February in Houston, but the result was overturned,after Slice tested positive for steroid use.
We are all shocked and,saddened by,the devastating and untimely loss of Kimbo Slice, Coker said. One of the most popular,MMA fighters ever, Kimbo was a charismatic, larger-than-life personality that transcended,the sport. Outside of the cage he was a friendly, gentle giant and a,devoted family man. His loss leaves us,all with extremely heavy hearts.
source: theguardian
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