Fans of hip-hop and BET’s former series “106 & Park” are mourning the loss of legendary rapper Posta Boy, real name Sherard Dixon. He is known as the first inductee into the “106 & Park Freestyle Friday” Hall of Fame. Fans will also remember him for his song “Jurassic Harlem.” He was 44.
Dixon passed away on October 26 after a lengthy battle with cancer. His friend, Mickey Factz, confirmed his passing on social media with a post that read, “Rest in peace to Posta Boy.” Included with the post was audio of him discussing Dixon’s legacy and asking for privacy for his family.
Fans are Paying Tribute to Posta Boy’s Legacy
Dixon may not have been the most famous rapper, but he leaves behind a vast legacy. As a result, many are taking to social media to pay tribute to the beloved rapper. One person said on X, “Posta Boy used to fry people on 106 and Park Freestyle Friday. Rest in Peace 🕊️🕊️🕊️
Another person wrote, “I remember watching your run on Freestyle Fridays, for several weeks in a row on BET. After school, 6PM. Thank you for your contribution and legacy. Posta Boy 🙏🏾🕊️”
Someone else wrote, “RIP Posta Boy. Definitely one of the MCs that had me watching 106th and Park on Fridays.”
A different fan of his work wrote, “Damn, RIP Posta Boy. As a 106 & Park alumni, the run Posta started made that audition line wrap around the corner twice after he retired seven straight. We all wanted in. Much love to his legacy and strength to his family indeed. 🙏🏽”
One other person said on the platform, “RIP Posta Boy. He was the first to win freestyle Friday. I used to look forward to seeing that on 106 and Park.”
Finally, someone else commented, “This is so sad. I tuned in every Friday to see him freestyle on 106 & Park. R.I.P. sending my condolences to his loved ones 😢”
He Leaves Behind a Massive Legacy
Dixon was born on September 11, 1981, in Harlem. He began rapping in his neighborhood and shot to fame in 2001 when he first appeared on BET’s “106 & Park.” According to All Hip Hop, he remained in the Freestle Friday competition for an astounding seven weeks.
Following his time on the show, he collaborated with the likes of Nelly and Brandy. However, his song with Brandy, “Ryde or Die,” was never officially released. Later in his career, he became a motivational speaker for the American Cancer Society. He will be missed.
My condolences to his family and may God bless his soul your memory will live on in the hearts of your friends and love one’s