July 11th 2025.
In August, a street corner in Harlem will undergo a special transformation to honor one of its beloved figures, the late Isaac "Fatman Scoop" Freeman III. The Freeman family, in partnership with NYC Council Member Dr. Yusef Salaam and the Forever Fatman Scoop Foundation, have announced that the corner of 109th Street and 5th Avenue will be co-named "Isaac 'Fatman Scoop' Freeman III Place." The ceremony will take place on August 9th at 2 PM and is open to the public.
Scoop, a renowned recording artist from Harlem, passed away while performing on stage in Connecticut last year. He was known for his booming voice and ability to hype up crowds, but he also had a deep commitment to his community. His brother, Kendell "Sav" Freeman, shared that Scoop always represented Harlem with pride and this co-naming is a tribute to his artistry and dedication to uplifting his hometown.
The ceremony is expected to bring together Scoop's loved ones, local leaders, and community members to celebrate his legacy, culture, and Harlem pride. It will be a joyous event filled with music, memories, and a sense of togetherness. The details of the ceremony are as follows:
Date: Saturday, August 9, 2025
Time: 2:00 PM
Location: Corner of 109th Street & 5th Avenue, New York, NY 10029
Scoop's journey in the entertainment industry began with promoting records for Tommy Boy Records. He even appeared in promotional ads before gaining recognition for his powerful voice. In 1999, he released the hit record "Be Faithful," which is still played on radio stations and in clubs all over the world. He also collaborated with Missy Elliott and Mariah Carey on two songs in 2005, "Lose Control" and "It's Like That."
On the day of his passing, Scoop had released two new records, "Our House" and "Let It Go" with Dyce Payso. The music video for "Let It Go" was released on August 30, 2024. Scoop, who was 56 years old at the time, was performing at the Green and Gold Party in Hamden, Connecticut when he collapsed on stage. He was rushed to the hospital but was pronounced dead. The cause of death was later determined to be hypertensive and atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease.
The Apollo Theater in Harlem also paid tribute to Scoop with a special event called "Fatman Scoop Forever: Celebration of Life" memorial. It was a testament to the impact he had on his community and the music industry as a whole. Scoop may be gone, but his memory and legacy will live on through his music, his spirit, and now, a street corner in his beloved Harlem.
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