SA hip hop DJ Dimplez has died

Ed's note: This article has been updated to include the family statement confirming the death and cause of death.

SA Music Award-nominated hip hop artist DJ Dimplez, real name Tumi Mooi, has died.

Several sources including a close friend of the DJ told TshisaLIVE that Dimplez died on Sunday.

The DJ confirmed the death in a statement sent out on social media.

"It is with deep sadness that the Mooi family announces the untimely passing of Boitumelo Athiel Mooi, popularly known as DJ Dimplez. He passed away on March 6, 2022 from a sudden brain haemorrhage."

The family asked for space to process their tragic loss.

Dimplez's list of hit songs include We Ain't Leaving, on which he featured Anatii and L-Tido, and Way Up featuring Cassper Nyovest and JR. He released the album Kubu, in 2019.

As a contributor in the industry, the DJ played a big role in solidifying the fact that there was space in SA entertainment for hip hop DJs. He played in clubs, festivals and his music featured on most music charts.

The DJ's last Instagram post is a snap of him at late rapper Riky Rick's memorial service on Friday.

Tributes flooded the social media TL as many expressed their shock and disbelief at the DJ's death.