The family of an Atlanta hip-hop pioneer who died on Friday revealed his cause of death. DJ Unk, whose real name was Anthony Leonard Platt, died in his sleep from a heart attack, his wife Sherkita Long-Platt told The Atlanta Journal-Constitution.

DJ Unk was not just a legendary DJ, rapper and producer, but a true cornerstone of our label and the imprint that he left globally will be cherished forever,” it continued. W

DJ Unk, the rapper best known for the bouncy crunk hit 'Walk It Out,' has died. His wife confirmed his death over the weekend and revealed his cause of death.