Big Pokey Passed Away!

Big Pokey passed away while performing.

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Houston rap legend Big Pokey passed away while performing at a Beaumont nightclub.

Big Pokey’s real name was Milton Powell. Social media videos showed the rapper had a medical emergency while he was on stage in Beaumont this weekend. His cause of death has not been released.

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Pokey part of the Screwed Up Click, which was the Houston area's hip-hop culture.

"It is with deep sadness that we share the news of the passing of our beloved Milton ‘Big Pokey’ Powell. Big Pokey passed away on June 18, 2023. He was well-loved by his family, his friends, and his loyal fans. In the coming days, we will release information about his celebration of life and how the public can pay their respects. We ask that you respect his family and their privacy during this difficult time. Big Pokey will forever be 'The Hardest Pit in the Litter.'" 

When rapper/producer/jeweler Paul Wall released his major label debut The People's Champ, he had his music video and single Sittin' Sidewayz, which featured cameos from  Pokey Bun B, Juicy J, DJ Paul, Mike Jones, Jim Jones, Michael Watts and Z-Ro.

Pokey had guest vocals on that single and it was a smash hit.

Bun B who recently opened his Trillburger restaurant reacted to the passing.

"It is with deep sadness that we share the news of the passing of our beloved Milton ‘Big Pokey’ Powell. Big Pokey passed away on June 18, 2023. He was well-loved by his family, his friends, and his loyal fans. In the coming days, we will release information about his celebration of life and how the public can pay their respects. We ask that you respect his family and their privacy during this difficult time. Big Pokey will forever be 'The Hardest Pit in the Litter.'"