Daniel Dumile, best known by his stage name MF Doom or simply Doom, was a British-American rapper and record producer. Noted for his intricate wordplay, signature metal mask, and "supervillain" stage persona, Dumile became a major figure of underground hip hop and alternative hip hop in the 2000s.

What happened MF Doom?

The enigmatic rapper died on October 31st; his death was first announced two months later by his wife, Jasmine, on his Instagram page. ... The prolific producer, whose 2004 Madvillainy collaboration with MF Doom is among Rolling Stone's 500 Greatest Albums of All Time, said he had remained in touch with the rapper.

Who is the real MF Doom?

Daniel Dumile, the rapper and producer best known as MF DOOM, died Oct. 31, according to a message posted on his Instagram account by his wife, Jasmine Dumile on Thursday. No cause of death was given. He was 49 years old.