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KRIS KROSS was one of the youngest hip-hop duos to rise to fame in the 1990s.
Chris Kelly’s career came to an end after his untimely death in 2013.
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Who was Kris Kross?
Kris Kross was a popular hip-hop duo consisting of Chris Kelly and Chriss Smith, who used the pseudonyms Mac Daddy and Daddy Mac respectively.
Kris Kross was discovered by veteran rapper Jermaine Dupri in 1991 – whose reality TV series brought Latto to fame. Subsequently, Kris Kross gained fame the following year with their hit single, Jump.
The track topped the Billboard Hot 100 for eight consecutive weeks, where it was certified double platinum. Subsequently, they went on to release three albums: Totally Krossed Out, Da Bomb, and Young Rich and Dangerous.
The duo was also known for the signature fashion style of wearing their clothes backward.
Who was Chris Kelly from Kris Kross?
Born on August 11, 1978, in Atlanta, Georgia, Chris Kelly was one-half of the Kris Kross duo.
Chris attended Woodward Academy in College Park, Georgia, where he studied engineering.
Chris and his friend partner Chris Smith were discovered at the Greenbriar Mall in Atlanta in 1991 by Jermain Dupri.
Kelly also signed a deal with Ruffhouse Records where he and Smith recorded their debut album in 1992, Totally Krossed Out, which was entirely produced by Jermaine Dupri.
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Kelly and Smith’s last performance was at the Fox Theatre for So So Def’s 20th Anniversary concert in 2013.
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What happened to Chris Kelly?
On May 1, 2013, Chris Kelly died of a drug overdose at 34.
The toxicology report revealed he had heroin and cocaine in his system.
Celebs far and wide expressed sorrow at the news of his death.
LL Cool J tweeted: “R.I.P Chris Kelly. This song is now officially dedicated to you. May GOD embrace your soul & lift up your family.”
Nicki Minaj also tweeted: “So sorry to hear that. Sending love to his family. RIP Chris.”
His partner Chris Smith wrote: “Chris Kelly was my Best Friend.”
He added: “He was like a brother. I love him and will miss him dearly. Our friendship began as little boys in first grade. We grew up together. It was a blessing to achieve the success, travel the world and entertain Kris Kross fans all around the world with my best friend.
“It is what we wanted to do and what brought us happiness. I will always cherish the memories of the C-Connection.”
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