Nate Dogg (1970-2011)

Long Beach-born rapper Nathaniel Hale -- Nate Dogg -- dies at 41
Recording artist had suffered two strokes in recent years.
From Staff Reports
Posted: 03/15/2011 10:23:30 PM PDT
Updated: 03/15/2011 10:48:56 PM PDT

Nathaniel Hale, who performed as Nate Dogg, died Tuesday. He was 41. (Elektra Records)

LONG BEACH — Nathaniel D. Hale, known in the music industry as Nate Dogg, died Tuesday, his family announced.

The rap star, born and reared in Long Beach, Calif. was 41.

Cause of death is not known. However, Hale had suffered two strokes, one in 2007 and another in 2008.

Details will be available later.