Legendary ESPN anchor Stuart Scott passed away on Sunday morning after a long battle with cancer. He was 49.
Stuart is revered in not only in the sports community, but the Hip Hop community as well for singlehandedly creating a marriage between the two with his electrifying commentaries and swaggalicious catch phrases like “Boo-Yow” and “As cool as the other side of the pillow.”
Stuart Scott was diagnosed with appendiceal cancer in November 2007 and fought like a gladiator as he underwent multiple surgeries, treatments, triumphs, and setbacks.
On July 16, Stuart gave one of the most riveting speeches in history as he received the Jimmy V Perseverance Award at the ESPYS.
“When you die, it does not mean that you lose to cancer. You beat cancer by how you live, why you live, and in the manner in which you live,” Stuart said.
Words that will empower and resonate forever.
The news of Stuart Scott‘s passing hit us hard.
Many of his fans, colleagues, friends, athletes, and entertainers have taken to social media to express their grief and to pay tribute to such an incredible man.
I remember leaving my television on the ESPN network all day just to watch the replay of Sports Center over and over again. Stuart, thank you for the great memories, and for making broadcasting exciting. You will never be forgotten. #ripStuartScott #fightCancer A photo posted by D-Nice (@djdnice) on
My brother. You’ve been an inspiration for as long as I’ve known you and you will continue to be an inspiration for as long as I shall live. I’m remembering your advice, your support, your humor, your integrity, and your incredible love for Taelor and Sydni. Your girls are blessed to call you their father. I’m proud to call my friend. Ruhe in Frieden, Stuart Scott. A photo posted by Boris Kodjoe (@theboriskodjoe) on
Fuck Cancer A photo posted by lancegross (@lancegross) on
We’d like to extend our love, prayers, and deepest condolences to Stuart Scott‘s family (especially his daughters, Taelor or Sydni) during this difficult time.
Rest well, King!