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R.I.P. Sean Price - The death of Heltah Skeltah and Boot Camp Clik member Sean Price at the young age of 43 sent shockwaves through the hip hop community. Price, a respected rapper as well as husband and father of three, died in his sleep of unknown causes. Here's how some of his closest friends and admirers reacted on social media. (Photo: Mike Lawrie/Getty Images)

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9th Wonder - The rapper and producer, who collaborated on several tracks from Price's solo debut Mic Tyson, shares his grief. 

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Immortal Technique - The New York beats legend and activist mourns the passing of his friend. 

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Rapsody - The femcee was close with Price and worked with him on a number of tracks over her career.

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Marc Lamont Hill - The educator and activist expresses his sadness over Price's untimely death.

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Charlamagne tha God - The radio host extends his condolences over the loss of a New York great.

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Just Blaze - The beats maker was in touch with Ruck just hours before his death.

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Black Rob - The rapper, who himself suffered a stroke earlier this year, offers his condolences.

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Jasiri X - The socially-conscious MC found a real kinship in Price.

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DJ Premier - The New York legend was the first to break the news of Price's death on Twitter.

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Black Sour Ranger - Price's loved ones are still reeling from the shock.

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Amanda Seales - Even the comedian can find no laughing matter in this tragic news.

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Consequence - The Queens rapper grew up as neighbors with Price.

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