Biz Markie facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Biz Markie
Biz Markie in 2016
Born	Marcel Theo Hall (1964-04-08)April 8, 1964 Harlem, New York, U.S.
Died	July 16, 2021(2021-07-16) (aged 57) Baltimore, Maryland, U.S.
Spouse(s)	Tara Hall (m. 2005–21; Markie's death)
Musical career
Genres	Hip hop comedy
Occupation(s)	Rapper actor record producer comedian
Instruments	Vocals piano keyboards guitar
Years active	1983–2021
Labels	Cold Chillin' Warner
Associated acts	Juice Crew Beastie Boys Digital Underground

Marcel Theo Hall (April 8, 1964 – July 16, 2021) was an American rapper, beatboxer, DJ, record producer, comedian, actor and reality television personality who was better known by his stage name, Biz Markie.

Markie was born on April 8, 1964, in Harlem, Manhattan, New York City. He was probably best known for his 1989 song, "Just a Friend". He married Tara Hall in 2005.

Biz Markie was honored as being the "Clown Prince of Hip Hop".

Markie died on July 16, 2021 in Baltimore, Maryland, from diabetes-related problems, aged 57.

Discography

Albums

Images for kids

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  Markie performing in 2007

See also

In Spanish: Biz Markie para niños