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It was my honour to work with you” – Martial Arts icon, Jet Li pays tribute to DMX

Legendary Martial artist and Hollywood star, Li Lianjie better known as Jet Li has paid tribute to late American rapper, Earl ”DMX” Simmons.

The rapper’s death was confirmed by his family in a statement released on Friday passed way on Friday.

He had been rushed to a hospital in White Plains, New York on April 2 after suffering a heart attack. The American actor died at the age of 50.

Jet Li, a Chinese-Singaporean actor took to his verified Twitter account to pray for DMX’s soul and said he if honoured to have worked with him.

He described the former Ruff Ryders Entertainment artiste as a true hero.

Rest In Peace DMX, a true legend. It was truly my honor to work and get to know you. ”, the Hong Kong born actor wrote.

Rest In Peace DMX, a true legend. It was truly my honor to work and get to know you. ❤️
— Jet Li 李连杰 (@jetli_official) April 9, 2021

Rapper DMX to undergo brain function tests as he remains on life support

American rapper, DMX has been scheduled for critical brain function tests that could determine his outcome after he was hospitalised following a drug overdose.

The 50-year-old rapper who is still on life support at the White Plains Hospital in New York will undergo the tests later today, Wednesday, April 7.

His manager, Steve Rifkind confirmed the new development to TMZ, saying X is still in a coma and his condition has not materially changed. He also said that doctors will perform a battery of tests to determine the level of brain function.

DMX, whose real name is Earl Simmons, was hospitalized last Friday after suffering a drug overdose that triggered a heart attack and is “facing serious health issues.

Doctors have cautioned he may not make it as he has “some brain activity” and is in a “vegetative state.”