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Underground rapper Maxon Margiela, of Orlando, Florida, died Sunday at 21.
How did Maxon Margiela die?
According to Somos Hermanos, family and peers in the music industry confirmed the rapper, born Mason Reyes, died by suicide, with his sister expressing grief over his passing on social media.
Men’s Journal spoke with the Orange County Medical Examiner’s Office, which verified his death but mentioned a cause wasn’t yet available.
Maxon Margiela was known for the raw emotion in his music, blending hip-hop, emo and lo-fi, which led to a strong fan base through his energetic live performances and his recent album, Filthy, per Somos Hermanos.
Fans shared their condolences on X, formerly Twitter, and stressed the importance of mental health awareness among young artists.
What are fans saying on social media?
“Seen him grind his ass off in the O and really break the mold for artists in Florida. I have friends who started making music in-directly because of him. Praying for his family. 🫂, one user wrote.
“heart breaking, so young – mental health is no joke please can on your friends :(💔💔💔 my prayers and condolences to the family and friends,” another said.
“I really wanted his music to get the recognition it deserved while he was still here with us RIP Maxon gone way too soon💔,” a third user shared.
Who was Maxon Margiela?
Maxon began his rap career during the SoundCloud era, gaining attention from music lovers due to his distinct style and raw energy, according to a separate Somos Hermanos article.
His debut album, #healthy, was released last year and had already gained a fast-growing fanbase.
His sophomore album, Filthy, was released this year and helped Maxon find his place in the music scene through his live, energetic performances.