This just in, Pimp C of the legendary UGK group has been found dead in a room in the Mondrian Hotel in Los Angeles. Police found him after responding to a 911 call, but he was already dead when they arrived on scene. He was only 33 years old.

A publicist at Jive Records has confirmed Pimp C’s death and will be releasing more details as follows. We’ll keep you posted as more details emerge on the exact cause of death. Pimp C had just performed Saturday night with Too Short at the House of Blues in Los Angeles.

**Update: The corner believes Pimp C may have died of natural causes***

R.I.P. Pimp C, one of my favorite rappers of all time. I am in complete shock.