Henry “Big Bank Hank” Jackson of The Sugarhill Gang has passed away at age 57. The Bronx native succumbed to his battle with cancer around 2 a.m. Jackson was one of the founding members of the legendary group to is known as the first act to make hip-hop popular with their classic, “Rapper’s Delight.”
Wonder Mike and Master Gee of Sugarhill released a brief statement via TMZ this morning saying, “So sad to hear of our brother’s passing. Rest in peace Big Bank.”
Condolences to the family and friends of Big Bank Hank. Relive “Rapper’s Delight” below.
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