He was 54. On Tuesday, Nov. 19, fellow emcee Xzibit (born Alvin Nathaniel Joiner) confirmed the death of his former Golden State Project groupmate Saafir (born Reggie Gibson). “I can’t ...

The West Coast rapper Saafir has died at 54, according to his former collaborator Xzibit. Saafir, who was also a producer and actor, died at 8:45 a.m. on Tuesday, according to Xzibit's post.

Oakland rap star Saafir has died at 54. The veteran West Coast rapper — real name Reggie Gibson — passed away Tuesday according to his former Golden State Project groupmate Xzibit, who broke ...