'It Takes Two' rapper Rob Base dead at 59 after cancer fight he kept hidden from friends
Rob Base, the rapper known for the hit 'It Takes Two,' has passed away at the age of 59 after a private battle with cancer. His family announced his death on May 22, 2026, just days after his birthday. Rob Base's music and legacy have left a lasting impact on the hip-hop community and beyond.
- ▪Rob Base, whose real name was Robert Ginyard, died after a private battle with cancer.
- ▪He was a member of the duo Rob Base & DJ E-Z Rock, famous for their 1988 hit 'It Takes Two.'
- ▪His family shared a statement highlighting his influence on music and his role as a loving father and friend.
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Departed 'It Takes Two' rapper Rob Base dead at 59 after cancer fight he kept hidden from friends Base, whose real name was Robert Ginyard, rose to fame with the 1988 platinum-certified party anthem By Janelle Ash Fox News Published May 22, 2026 9:27pm EDT Facebook Twitter Threads Flipboard Comments Print Email Add Fox News on Google close Video Fox News Flash top entertainment headlines of May 21 Fox News Flash top entertainment and celebrity headlines are here. NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Rob Base, member of Rob Base & DJ E-Z Rock, has died just days after his 59th birthday.
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