Is Rapper, POORSTACY's Death A Hoax? His Friend Says 26-Year-Old Is 'Still Fighting' For Life

Rapper, POORSTACY (real name Carlito Junior Milfort) has reportedly died at an early age of 26, following a medical emergency on November 29, 2025, in Boca Raton, Florida. The official cause of death is currently under investigation by the Palm Beach County Medical Examiner. For the unversed, POORSTACY was an emerging artist known for frequent collaborations with Travis Barker and for appearing on the Grammy-nominated soundtrack for the 2020 film, Bill & Ted Face the Music. POORSTACY's demise has shaken his family, friends, and fans. Amid the outpouring of condolences, the rapper's friend refuted the death news.

What did POORSTACY's alleged friend say about him?

TMZ reported that POORSTACY passed away due to a medical emergency. Following that, POORSTACY's fans rallied to social media platforms to share their grief regarding the rapper's death. Amid that, a person identified as his friend said something confusing about the news. The individual claimed that the rapper was still alive and fighting for his life, shortly after the reports of POORSTACY's death surfaced, as reported by Mint. However, there was no official confirmation disputing the reports from authorities and the medical examiner that he died. POORSTACY's friend's comment generated confusion regarding whether the rapper actually died or his death was just a hoax. The friend was quoted by Mint as saying:

"This n*** has not f**king passed yet!!!! I will say RIP when he is gone my brudda still fighting and when the plug gets pulled I will then say Rip... I love you brudda."

POORSTACY's speculated cause of death

The official cause of death for rapper POORSTACY remains undetermined and is subject to investigation by the Palm Beach County Medical Examiner's office. However, there is significant online and media speculation regarding the cause. TMZ reported that sources close to the artist believe he may have died by s*icide. Fans have also commented on his now-deleted Instagram post, with many speculating that it was a subtle s*icide note that he left for his loved ones before reportedly ending his life.

Authorities initially described POORSTACY's death as occurring after a "medical emergency" at a Boca Raton hotel where he had been staying for several days. They also claimed that the rapper was staying in the hotel for around ten days, and he checked in with a woman and a toddler, further generating curiosity regarding what might have gone down during his final days of life, if he indeed was dead. The authorities also indicated no foul play involvement in POORSTACY's death. Notably, no official information has been released linking the death to external factors or his past legal issues. As of right now, these remain speculations, and authorities have confirmed no official cause of death.

About POORSTACY's life and work

Born on March 15, 1999, in Palm Beach, Florida, POORSTACY was introduced to music by his father and began playing guitar at a young age. He drew inspiration from a wide range of artists, including My Chemical Romance, Slipknot, and XXXTentacion. POORSTACY began by uploading music to SoundCloud in 2019, gaining quick attention. He signed with Internet Money Records and later with Elliot Grainge's 10K Projects label. He released two EPs, including his 2019 debut, I Don't Care. His studio albums include The Breakfast Club (2020) and Party at the Cemetery (2021). The rapper's most-streamed song is Don't Look At Me.

POORSTACY frequently worked with Travis Barker, including on the successful single, Choose Life. He also collaborated with Oli Sykes, frontman of the band, Bring Me the Horizon, on the track, Knife Party. A significant career achievement of POORSTACY was his feature on the soundtrack for the film, Bill & Ted Face the Music, which earned a Grammy nomination.

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