Big Pun, whose real name was Christopher Lee Rios, died on February 7, 2000, at the age of 28. His cause of death was related to a heart attack, which was mainly attributed to the health issues he had been struggling with for some time.
Big Pun was morbidly obese, weighing around 698 pounds (317 kilograms) at the time of his death. His excessive weight placed immense strain on his body and health. Pun had been suffering from various health problems associated with obesity, including diabetes, high blood pressure, and respiratory issues.
On that fateful day, Big Pun reportedly woke up in the morning experiencing difficulty breathing. He called his wife to inform her about his condition and asked her to bring him his medication. Unfortunately, by the time she arrived, Pun had already lost consciousness. Emergency services were immediately called, and he was rushed to the hospital.
At the hospital, doctors tried their best to revive Big Pun but were unsuccessful. He was pronounced dead shortly after his arrival. The official cause of death was determined to be a heart attack caused by a combination of complications due to his extreme obesity, including heart disease and respiratory failure.
Big Pun’s premature death shocked and saddened the hip-hop community. It highlighted the serious health risks associated with obesity and served as a reminder of the importance of maintaining a healthy lifestyle. His passing is often remembered as a tragic loss to the music industry, and his legacy as a influential rapper continues to live on.
