Thomas Pough, better known as DJ Polo, who was a member of the Juice Crew and one-half of the duo Kool G Rap & DJ Polo, died on Saturday. He was 63.
One of his children announced the news in an Instagram post.
“It is with a heavy heart we mourn the loss of my father, the incredible DJ Polo,” the post read. “He was not only a legend to the hip hop community but also to his family and we celebrate his life and legacy now and forever.”
“We would like to thank you all for your beautiful words and tributes – seeing the impact he made has been overwhelming and we are so grateful,” the post read.
A cause of death was not announced.
Kool G Rap also eulogized his friend on Instagram, writing, “R.I.P. to a dear friend and a Brother from another Household . He is a Legend to Hip Hop and Juice Crew history. DJ Polo! May Light from the Highest be upon him.”
Pough began working with Kool G Rap in 1986 with their song, “It’s a Demo.” They released three albums together: “Road to the Riches” (1989), “Wanted: Dead or Alive” (1990) and “Live and Let Die” (1992).
Both men were also part of the famed Juice Crew, whose members included MC Shan, Marley Marl, Mr. Magic, Biz Markie, Roxanne Shanté, Big Daddy Kane, and others.
Pough released one solo album, “Polo’s Playhouse,” in 1998.
Many of Pough’s fellow hip-hop stars offered their own condolences on social media, including Eric B, who wrote, “My brother DJ POLO we had some great times you will never be forgotten GODS speed.”
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