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Rob Base, ‘It Takes Two’ Rapper, Dies at 59

Updated 2026-05-24 00:50 UTC 2 sources Negative

Rapper Rob Base, best known for the hit “It Takes Two,” has died at age 59 after a private battle with cancer. He was surrounded by family.

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Variety
Rob Base, one-half of Rob Base & DJ E-Z Rock, who was best known for the hit “It Takes Two,” has died. He was 59. The rapper, who celebrated his 59th birthday just four days ago, died on May 22 while surrounded by family after a private battle with cancer. “Rob’s music, energy,
2026-05-22 21:21 UTC
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