Chino XL's family has revealed the veteran Bronx-bred rapper died of suicide. As they explained in a statement, "With the most profound sadness imaginable, we share the news that our beloved father decided to end his own Life. It’s been the most painful and personal experience of our lives but in honor of Suicide Awareness Month, we decided to share this truth. Dad would hope that this news may help someone else stay alive.”
The Ventura County Medical Examiner’s office lists his official cause of death as asphyxia as a result of ligature hanging. Chino XL died on July 28 at the age of 50. According to several close friends and family, Chino XL battled depression throughout his life. In 2020, he was diagnosed with congenital heart failure.
Chino XL is survived by five children, five grandchildren, his mother and former partner.
