Kimbo Slice, born Kevin Ferguson, has passed away. He was 42-years-old.
The famed MMA fighter Kimbo Slice was admitted to a hospital in a “dire” condition earlier today (June 6) in Florida.
Reports TMZ:
MMA fighter Kimbo Slice was hospitalized in Florida earlier today … and multiple sources tell TMZ Sports the situation does not look good.
Law enforcement sources tell us … Slice was admitted to a hospital near his home in Coral Springs, FL.
Police are currently at his home gathering information from family members.
Kimbo — real name Kevin Ferguson — last fought at Bellator 149 back in February and defeated Dada 5000 — but the victory was overturned when Slice tested positive for a banned steroid.
Unconfirmed sources are saying Kimbo was rushed to the hospital after suffering a heart attack.
Kimbo’s training partner, Tyler Cook, has reportedly confirmed the street fighter turned MMA pro’s death.
This story is developing.
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