Popular American rapper and music producer, Justin Riley, widely known as BeatKing, has passed away. He died on Thursday, August 15, 2024, at the age of 39.

His death was announced by his manager, Tasha Felder, in an Instagram post. "Today, August 15, 2024, we have lost BeatKing," she wrote. "BeatKing has been the life of the club for over a decade. He produced and collaborated with so many artists that his sound will live on forever. He loved his music, his daughters, and his fans. We will love him forever."

BeatKing, who was based in Houston, is survived by his two daughters and his partner, Talameshia.