[29][30][31] One In A Million was reissued on August 20, 2021[32][33][34] and re-entered the UK Official Hip Hop and R&B Albums Chart Top 40 at number eight[35] and reached the top ten for on the Billboard 200 in the US for the first time at number ten, selling 26,000 album-equivalent units in the week ending of August 26. AALIYAH didn't want to get on the doomed plane that crashed and caused her death but she was carried on board unconscious after being given a sedative, a book has claimed. Raju posited that Aaliyah had endured such physical shock that she wouldve likely died even if she survived the crash. He said: It don't get no truer than that.. Reflecting on her life, Sean 'P Diddy' Combs told TRL: "She was one of those individuals that would light up a room. Every time I was around her I felt it was the place to be," Dash said. In the 2020 documentary "Surviving R Kelly Part II: The Reckoning," Aaliyah's boyfriend at the time of her death, Damon Dash, accused Kelly of abusing the singer. [22] On February 23, 2002, Haughton accepted the NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Female Artist on Aaliyah's behalf. INSKEEP: Her second album was "One In A Million," which was how many of her fans regarded her. I pray for the comfort of your children and loved ones. Indeed, she had just released her third album, Aaliyah, weeks before her passing. Why the aircraft was cleared to take off in the first place has largely remained a mystery since the devastating crash almost two decades ago. Helmed by the well-known pop producer Timbaland and featuring rap performer Missy Elliott, One in a Million portrayed the 17-year-old singer as a sultry hip-hop chanteuse with a self-confidence well beyond her years. @OnDisasters/TwitterThe Cessna 402 crashed shortly after takeoff. According to her cousin Jomo Hankerson, Aaliyah was "villainized" for their relationship. Aaliyah's self-titled third album was released in July 2001 and initially reached number two on the Billboard Top 200. "The fact that she was so adamant, staying in the cab, refusing these are things we never knew.". In an Instagram post, his team said he apologized for the canceled shows and thanked his fans for the continued support. To see all content on The Sun, please use the Site Map. "Aaliyah went into such a state of shock, even if she had survived the crash, recovery would have been near impossible," as she "suffered generally from a weak heart" (via Billboard). "When it comes to dealing with negative people, I just let it in one ear and out the other. However, after her death, Los Angeles Times reported that sales spiked 595%, and the album eventually hit the top spot. Aaliyah was 22 years old at the time of her death. CNN Sans & 2016 Cable News Network. DMX, the raspy-voiced hip-hop artist who produced the songs Ruff Ryders Anthem and Party Up (Up in Here) and who rapped with a trademark delivery that was often paired with growls, barks and What! as an ad-lib, has died, according to a statement his family released Friday. Haughton appeared in a number of Aaliyah's music videos, including "Age Ain't Nothing but a Number", "If Your Girl Only Knew", "4 Page Letter" and "Hot Like Fire". Gladys Knight was her aunt through marriage, Aaliyah's controversial relationship with R&B singer R. Kelly, accused of sexual assault against multiple others, Damon Dash, accused Kelly of abusing the singer. "She never wanted to look too far away from achievable for any girl on the street," said Aaliyah's stylist, Derek Lee. She added that "the majority of kids"she went to school with were supportive of her, which she called "wonderful," but admitted she'd learned not to let the nasty comments get to her. After selling two million copies and breaking into Hollywood, Aaliyah was an official A-lister. Her tragic death, coming hours after she completed filming the music video for her single Rock the Boat in which she floats in the ocean like an ethereal angel, left It was reported that the late singer experienced mean girls in middle school and shared some advice on how she dealt with the hateful comments. A Warner Bros. This text may not be in its final form and may be updated or revised in the future. RIP DMX. She would walk into a room, and you would feel her light. Never heard of anything with regard to heart attack, except hearing that it was indicated on the autopsy that mentioned she "had a weak heart." An inquest by Dr. Giovander Raju at the coroners office determined Aaliyah died after suffering severe burns and a blow to the head. She also experienced extreme shock that damaged her heart, according to The Sun. The ceremony also saw 22 white doves released in tribute to her. We all worked together as a family. The Sun website is regulated by the Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO), Our journalists strive for accuracy but on occasion we make mistakes. Now whats left is her music, a seeming battle over her legacy within her family and rehashing of her relationship with the singer R. Kelly during his trial on federal charges of racketeering and violating the Mann Act, an anti-sex trafficking law. "We appreciate all of the love and support during this incredibly difficult time. "The Sun", "Sun", "Sun Online" are registered trademarks or trade names of News Group Newspapers Limited. 1 on the Billboard 200 albums chart. Her follow-up album One in a Million went double-platinum. Why did you want to get on that plane so badly? What was Aaliyah's cause of death? It was later found that the small twin-engine plane had exceeded its maximum weight limit by several hundred pounds. He made a splash in 1998 with his first studio album, Its Dark and Hell is Hot, which debuted No. Some of those closest to Aaliyah believe the star and her legacy have been exploited following her death. But shortly after take-off, the plane crashed in Abaco Islands, the Bahamas. A few years later, DMX wassentenced to a year in prisonfor tax fraud. Kelly went on to become her mentor, as well as lead songwriter and producer of her debut album, Age Ain't Nothing but a Number. Catherine McGann/Getty Images Aaliyah died on impact when her plane crashed just a minute after takeoff. HARRIS: I think there's a newfound respect for her. Accuracy and availability may vary. Signed to a recording contract at the age of 12, Aaliyah became an overnight R&B sensation. On November 17, 2003, pathologist Dr. Giovander Raju stated at the corner's inquest that the "One in a Million" singer died of severe burns and a blow to the head. DMX said he got addicted to crack cocaine when he was just 14 years old after smoking a joint laced with it. The cause of death is listed as a lung injury, with contributing factors of weight loss, malnutrition, and poor living conditions, Xenia police said. The multiplatinum-selling album was anchored by several hits including Ruff Ryders Anthem, Get At Me Dog, Stop Being Greedy and How Its Goin Down., He followed up with four straight chart-topping albums including And Then There Was X, Flesh of My Flesh, Blood of My Blood, The Great Depression and Grand Champ.. The film debuted at number one and was dedicated to Aaliyah. She had nothing but love to give to others and she selflessly shared much of who she was. He said: It don't get no truer than that.. Though she went on to be one of the most adored stars in the world, Aaliyah had to deal with bullies growing up. Aaliyah won a fewmajor awards before her death, but the bulk came in the four years that preceded it, as well as plenty of industry recognition and praise. Rashad Hasan Haughton was born on August 6, 1977 in Brooklyn, New York to Diane and Michael Haughton (1951-2012). Watch Aaliyah: Princess of R&B on Lifetime Movie Club. [23], On August 24, 2017, MAC Cosmetics announced that an Aaliyah collection would be made available in the summer of 2018. Determined to be a star, she signed a contract with Jive Records at the age of 12 and came to popular acclaim in 1994. Aaliyah died at just 22 years oldon August 25, 2001, in a plane crash as she was leaving the Bahamas where she'd been filming scenes for her music video, "Rock the Boat." I was almost upset with her. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. The rapper was admitted to a New York hospital on April 2 following a heart attack and had been on life support since; an autopsy will be conducted to determine his Best Known For: Signed to a recording contract at the age of 12, Aaliyah became an overnight R&B sensation. The plane was late arriving at the airport by two hours, Russell said. And [she] wasn't even so resentful," he claimed (viaIndependent), referring to other allegations made against Kelly. Despite having such a short musical life, Aaliyah produced a number of hit songs. Biography and associated logos are trademarks of A+E Networksprotected in the US and other countries around the globe. During the exchange, Russell says the singer reiterated that she didn't want to get on the small plane and that she wasn't feeling well. While she publicly downplayed their fresh relationship as platonic, Dash later told MTV that they had seriously discussed getting married. Celebrities Share Prayers for DMX Following Rapper's Heart Attack, DMX Remains in Coma, Will Undergo Brain Function Tests: Manager, Prayer Vigil Held Outside NY Hospital for Rapper DMX, Viral Kids' Star Ms. Rachel Is Taking a Break From Social Media After Backlash Over Co-Star Who Uses They/Them Pronouns, Fight for NY Casino License Heats Up as Developers Drop Coney Island Boardwalk First Look, NYC Rapper Indicted in Long Island Mansion Shooting, Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD), Flight Attendant Hit the Ceiling': 7 Hospitalized After Severe Turbulence Diverts Flight to Virginia, Rapper DMX has died at the age of 50, his family said Friday; he had been hospitalized since April 2 after suffering a heart attack, An autopsy will be conducted to confirm his cause of death; DMX has long struggled with drug addiction. Kelly went on to become her mentor, as well as lead songwriter and producer of her debut album, Age Ain't Nothing but a Number. An autopsy report concluded that her survival was unthinkable" on account of the extensive burns and major head trauma she suffered. They are very protective of my sister, which is heartwarming. It was critically acclaimed and charted at number two on the U.S. Aaliyah He told the crowd, "I'm outraged, and I think all decent people are outraged. The tragic passing of DMX led many on social media to invoke the memory of Aaliyah and the special friendship the two icons had. The shoot was largely pleasant, with tropical locations and renowned music video director Hype Williams at the helm. Mario Tama/Getty ImagesFans watching R&B singer Aaliyahs funeral procession towards St. Ignatius Loyola Church. As recently as Thursday night, DMX's manager denied those rumors and asked people to stop spreading them out of respect for the rapper's family. Six days after Aaliyah died, her funeral was held on Aug. 31, 2001, at the Church of St. Ignatius in Loyola in Manhattan. CNN revealed the cause of the accident was because the plane was "overloaded by hundreds of pounds" and the weight had not been distributed properly. As well as not being able to live up to her potential off-screen, Aaliyah tragically never got to see some of her biggest career dreams come true. She ultimately found healthier mentors in Timbaland and Missy Elliott, who produced her follow-up album in 1996. Please respect our privacy as we grieve the loss of our brother, father, uncle and the man the world knew as DMX.". AALIYAH didn't want to get on the doomed plane that crashed and caused her death but she was carried on board unconscious after being given a sedative, a book Dash went on to marry fashion designer Rachel Roy in 2005 and the two share two children together, but split in 2009 (via Daily News). Her time was coming; [she] was just about to explode.. Writer Iandoli said the singer deserves acclaim, given her influence on the industry and ability to comfortably blend musical genres. The awards were presented just 12 days after Aaliyah's death, on September 6, and originally she was booked as one of its presenters. AISHA HARRIS, BYLINE: And that album and the song, the title song, have been pretty much considered at this point to be sort of a harbinger for all of the R&B sounds that we would get after that and today. DMX released seven albums, earned three Grammy nominations and was named favorite rap/hip-hop artist at the 2000 American Music Awards over the course of his storied musical career. Aaliyahs plane crash occurred within feet of Marsh Harbour Airport, and Aaliyah died on impact after being thrown 20 feet from the fuselage a shining star snuffed out at the height of her brilliance. "Aaliyah was, like, the sacrificial lamb for all that because she didn't deserve none of that. Aaliyah at the premiere of the 1998 film, Mercury Rising.. I dont know if her fans know that about her.. Aaliyah Dana Houghton was just 22 when she died. Besides his legal troubles, DMX took the initiative to help the less fortunate. Though it was a short and eventful life, Harris says her talent endures. Last year, DMXfaced off against Snoop Doggin a Verzuz battle, which drew more than 500,000 viewers. There have been years of contention about Aaliyah's music being available on-demand, and, as of April 2021, it's still not possible to stream the albums "One in a Million," "Aaliyah," or her posthumous release, "I Care 4 U." The Grammy-nominated performer, whose real name is Earl Simmons, had been on life support at a hospital in White Plains, New York, since suffering catastrophic cardiac arrest" on April 2. The beloved singer and dancer inspired many notable entertainers, including Usher, Beyonc, and Rihanna. In 2016, The Wrap reported that a clothing line featuring images of the late star was hit with a copyright lawsuit from a photographer who claimed his photo was used on an item without their permission. Read on for all the details. He starred in the 1998 film Belly and appeared in 2000s Romeo Must Die with Jet Li and Aaliyah. "The only thing I've taken with me is that after 20 years, I can finally say that Aaliyah didn't want to get on the plane," Iandoli continued. The rapper's family was by his side when he died. "[24][25], On August 21, 2019, the Madame Tussauds Las Vegas revealed a wax figure of Aaliyah. Per ABC News, one of the biggest happened in Detroit (her hometown) where hundreds of mourners turned out to pay their respects. Aaliyah Dana Haughton was born on January 16, 1979, in Brooklyn, New York. "I remember when Aaliyah passed away, I was really upset," Iandoli said toThe Daily Beast. According to CNN, aboard the craft were eight others: hairstylist Eric Forman, make-up-stylist Christopher Maldonado, security guard Scott Gallon, friend Keith Wallace, Anthony Dodd, Blackground Records employees Douglas Kratz and Gina Smith, and pilot Luis Morales III. She had starred in the 2000 action film Romeo Must Die and was scheduled for a role in one of The Matrix sequels. NBC New York's Phil Lipof reports. After Aaliyahs death, Dash later claimed he had urged her not to fly to that island and that he didnt consider the Cessna safe. CNN . Shed protested the small plane and refused to get inside, opting to sit in her taxi and wait. Hundreds of supporters and family members held a vigil outside the hospital earlier this week. Pathologists would later confirm that the singer died from severe burns and a blow to the head. When he was seven years old, the family moved to Detroit. Aaliyah wearing a yellow zebra-print Roberto Cavalli gown as she won Best Female Video and Best Video from a Film at the MTV Video Music Awards in 2000 for "Try Again.". Damon Dash also claimed his relationship with the late star was used for ratings when he appeared on the reality series "Growing Up Hip Hop." He claimed he believed Aaliyah would have not have supported the Trump administration and revealed how she stood up against injustice, particularly aimed at the LGBTQ+ community. He died in November 2012 at the age of 61, eleven years after his daughter. The producer slammed the production in multiple messages and memes on his Instagram page in November 2014, per BBC. Haughton is the older brother of American singer and actress Aaliyah and nephew of Blackground Records founder Barry Hankerson. Aaliyah performing "Try Again," from the soundtrack to her movie "Romeo Must Die," on "The Jay Leno Show" in 2000. "The story kept saying that she was adamant about getting on the plane. The rapper suffered a heart attack on April 2 and has been on life support for the past few days prior to his passing. On Aug. 24, Aaliyah and the crew awoke before dawn to film scenes. Earls music inspired countless fans across the world and his iconic legacy will live on forever," his family said in a statement Friday. John Frank, the executive director of the Cessna Pilots Association, said the way Aaliyah's team distributed the extra weight was problematic. At the height of her stardom, a fatal plane crash ended her life. Though it's difficult to believe now that anyone didn't want to work with Aaliyah, there was actually a time when the star was struggling to find producers to collaborate with. That sort of tough girl, sweet girl mix.. For Williams, it was a treasured memory. before he quit the show. Aaliyah's body was found 20 feet away from the wreckage. Soul singer Gladys Knight was her aunt through marriage, as she was the wife of Aaliyah's uncle, Barry Hankerson. She'd been a star since her teenage debut, an album called "Age Ain't Nothing But A Number. Those four days were very beautiful for everyone, he told MTV. Much of her award show success also came posthumously. She reportedly even signed a contract to appear in The Matrix sequels but tragically never would. She also earned a Grammy nomination for one of its singles, "Try Again.". The plane was headed for Miami, Florida. Aaliyah Cause of Death On August 25, 2001, the singer Aaliyah died at the age of 22in a plane crash in the Bahamas. Hankerson sold his stake in the company, which meant Aaliyah's music fell into somewhat of a musical limbo. Also in 2001, she played the title role in Queen of the Damned, based on the bestselling novel by Anne Rice and released in theaters in 2002. Hundreds of supporters and family members held a vigil outside the hospital earlier this week. Prosecutors said he concocted a multiyear scheme to hide millions of dollars in income from the IRS and get around nearly $2 million in tax liabilities. 8. Until recently, Aaliyah's uncle and music executive, Barry Hankerson, fought with her estateover music rights and brand image. Aaliyah cut ties with Kelly after the accusations of illegal marriage. Meanwhile, authorities determined that the Cessna had exceeded its maximum payload limit by 700 pounds and that the pilot hadnt even been approved to fly it and had lied to get his pilots license. Shortly after takeoff, the small airplane crashed. She should still be here, and I think that's the saddest part about it. DMX!" He was 50 years old. His distinctively gruff voice and thoughtful messages in his rhymes quickly made him one of raps biggest stars. All eight passengers including the pilot were killed on board. As it turns out, Aaliyah even had musical legends in her family. She's also known for her big-time acting roles, as well as the impact she made on the fashion world both before and after her sad death at the age of just 22. Fans watching R&B singer Aaliyahs funeral procession towards St. Ignatius Loyola Church. While the 27-year-old mentored Aaliyah and produced her debut album Age Aint Nothing but a Number in 1994, he also groomed her into a sexual relationship and marriage, which was later annulled. Earl Simmons passed away peacefully with family present after suffering a catastrophic cardiac arrest.". Aaliyahs death was ultimately ruled accidental. After he was admitted to rehab numerous times over the next year, he said he had finally beat his drug addiction. Produced by the successful singer R. Kelly, the album quickly sold a million copies and eventually earned platinum status based largely on the success of two hit singles, "Back and Forth" and "At Your Best (You Are Love)." She was a mystery when she was here and in her absence shes a mystery, said Kathy Iandoli, author of the new book Baby Girl: Better Known As Aaliyah. Now shes an even bigger mystery and people love a mystery.. She was still strapped into her seat and slumped over to her left. The disgraced musician R. Kelly also briefly married her when she was underage. Subsequently her parents had it annulled the following year. Her team was eager to get to Miami that night and boarded an Opa-Locka, Florida-bound Cessna 402 at 6:50 p.m. at Marsh Harbour Airport. Twenty years ago today, on August 25, 2001, a small Cessna plane crashed. HARRIS: You can see her influence in everything from Drake to Syd to Normani. Singer Aaliyah passed away on Saturday August 25, 2001 in a horror plane crash (Image: Getty Images) The group had reportedly been anxious to get going so that they could land in Miami for the evening, after the plane was later arriving on Abaco island. DMX pleaded guilty in 2004 after heposed as an undercover federal agent and crashed his SUV through a security gate at John F. Kennedy International Airport. How high would her star have risen? Aaliyah Haughtons life was tragically cut short 20 years ago, but the Princess of R&B is still on top of music charts, headlines, and hearts, today. On Aug. 25, 2001, a small plane crashed and burst into flames shortly after takeoff from an island in the Bahamas. On board was R&B singer Aaliyah Dana Haughton, commonly known as Aaliyah. Twenty years ago, on August 25, 2001, a small Cessna plane crashed. It burst into flames shortly after takeoff from the Abaco Islands in the Bahamas. DMXarrived on the rap scenearound the same time as Jay-Z, Ja Rule and others who dominated the charts and emerged as platinum-selling acts. Visit our website terms of use and permissions pages at www.npr.org for further information. The Ruff Ryders rapper suffered a heart attack that was triggered by an overdose. Her next soundtrack effort, "Are You That Somebody?" The crowd called DMX!