News : Cleetis Mack From Digital Underground Passes Away

Cleetis Mack, known for his work with Digital Underground, has died, according to a representative who confirmed the news to TMZ on Tuesday afternoon. At this time, no information has been shared regarding his cause of death or his age. In a statement, the representative said his passing “leaves a void in our Digital Underground family and in our hearts that can never truly be filled.”

Digital Underground also spoke on Mack’s legacy, describing him as “more than a part of the movement -- he was part of the soul behind it, bringing warmth, loyalty, and quiet strength to everyone around him. He will always be remembered by his humility, love, and spirited energy, qualities that lifted those around him and made a lasting impression on all who knew him.”

When TMZ posted the update on X, formerly known as Twitter, fans quickly filled the replies with tributes. "Mann.. sending my deepest condolences to his family.. him & Shock G up in heaven making beats!! Rest well Clee.. Oakland native!! !!" one user wrote. Another commented: "Another DU member gone… Cleetis Mack joins Shock G in the afterlife while the industry keeps popping pills and ignoring real talent. Humpty Dance curse hitting different." A third added: "Rest easy .. Digital Underground was a foundational piece of West Coast hip hop history and Cleetis Mack was part of that legacy."

The group was originally formed in 1987 by Shock G, Chopmaster J, and Kenny-K. Cleetis Mack later became part of the collective in 1993, making his debut with the track "Wussup Wit the Luv," which featured 2Pac, an artist whose early career the group helped shape.

Mack is not the only key figure from the group to have passed in recent years. In 2021, Shock G died from an accidental overdose at the age of 57.