Tay Keith’s Family Pays Tribute to Late Producer: A ‘Cultural Force’ & ‘Source of Love, Strength, Laughter, Guidance’

The family of Tay Keith, the chart-topping hip-hop producer who died June 18 at age 29, released a statement that remembers him as a "cultural force."

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Tay Keith, the hip-hop producer behind four No. 1 hits on the Hot 100 including Travis Scott's "Sicko Mode," died at age 29 in Nashville on June 18. His passing marks the end of an entrepreneurial career focused on building infrastructure for emerging talent through Drumatized, his label and creative hub spanning hip-hop and country music.

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"We respectfully ask for privacy and continued prayers for his family and loved ones during this difficult time," Keith's family wrote.

Tay Keith attends the 2024 BMI R&B/Hip-Hop Awards at Fairmont Century Plaza on Sept. 5, 2024 in Los Angeles, Calif.

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The family of Tay Keith, the chart-topping hip-hop producer who passed away Thursday (June 18) at age 29, has released a statement following his death.

“It is with profound sadness that we confirm the passing of BryTavious ‘Tay Keith’ Chambers,” Keith’s family wrote in a statement sent to Billboard on Friday.