Snoop Dogg Establishes Memorial Fund for Nate Dogg's family

 

Snoop Dogg has established a memorial trust fund for the family of late hip-hop star Nate Dogg.

According to Snoop's website, the trust "has been set up for expenses of services and the financial

security of Nate's children. 100% of all donations will be given to Nate Dogg's family."

Nate Dogg (born Nathaniel Hale) passed away earlier this month at just 41 from complications resulting from multiple strokes. The late singer was plagued with health issues for several years, and it has been reported he suffered strokes in both 2007 and 2008.

Snoop Dogg, who first collaborated with Nate Dogg in the early '90s, took to Twitter to express his heartbreak over his friend's death. "I am so sad but so happy I got to grow up wit u and I will c u again n heaven cuz u know d slogan all doggs go to heaven yo homie n baby brotha bigg snoopdogg!!" he wrote.

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Dr. Dre fet. Snoop Dogg, Kurupt and Nate Dogg - The Next Episode

 

Dr. Dre fet. Snoop Dogg, Kurupt and Nate Dogg - The Next Episode

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Hip-Hop Star Nate Dogg Dies

 

Hip-hop star Nate Dogg, 41, has reportedly passed away after suffering from health issues for several years. Long Beach's Press Telegram was first to report the Long Beach native's death.

While no details have been released as to how the smooth singer -- real name Nathaniel Hale -- died, it has been reported he suffered strokes in both 2007 and 2008.

Nate Dogg was a collaborator with hip hop megastars including Eminem and Dr. Dre and he is a founding member of the hip hop group 213 with Snoop Dogg and Warren G.

Just last week, Warren G, tweeted that Nate Dogg was receiving treatment. "For those that dont know awhile back nate had 2 strokes he is in therapy thanks again for your support," he tweeted. Watch some of Nate Dogg's videos after the jump.

Snoop Dogg seemed to confirm the sad news over Twitter, writing "We lost a true legend n hip hop n rnb. One of my best friends n a brother to me since 1986 when I was a sophomore at poly high where we met."

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