Combat Jack Dead At 53
By Isha Thorpe
December 20, 2017
As we are feeling and spreading joy this holiday season, some sad news has surfaced. Hip hop journalist Combat Jack has died.
The news broke when it was reported on a radio show. Born Reggie Ossé, the lawyer turned hip hop podcaster became well-known and respected for his The Combat Jack Show. Some famous faces who served as his guests hosts include Cardi B, Ty Dolla $ign, Jadakiss, The Game, Joe Budden, Ice Cube, and more.
Just a couple of months ago -- in October, to be exact -- Jack revealed that he was diagnosed with cancer. Unfortunately, the sickness has now taken his life. The famed podcaster resided in Brooklyn, New York. He leaves behind four children.
R.I.P., Combat Jack.
See some reactions below.
Heartbreaking. RIP Reggie "Combat Jack" Osse. Great man, storyteller and leader. Your contributions to hip hop will never ever be forgotten. Ultimate salute. pic.twitter.com/McK0F9TvYp
— Elliott Wilson (@ElliottWilson) December 20, 2017
Combat Jack was one of the kindest and most honest people I’ve ever met. He had a heart of gold.
— deray (@deray) December 20, 2017
RIP, @Combat_Jack. You are missed.
We throw around OG a lot. Combat Jack was a true OG.
— brandon / jinx (@Jersey_Jinx) December 20, 2017
He lived his shit. He kept pushing forward, pivoting his game, and lifting others along the way. He knew and valued the power of the next generation. And he would come up and tell you what was dope and what was wack.
Combat Jack was one of my favorite voices in Hip Hop. Knew what questions to ask and how to ask it. A legend.
— OXTAIL GAWD (@ThatDudeMCFLY) December 20, 2017
May you all love like Reggie loved.
— ItsTheReal (@itsthereal) December 20, 2017
May you all show love like Reggie showed.
May you all have guts like Reggie had.
May you all dream like Reggie dreamed.
May you all live like Reggie lived.
Long live Reggie Osse AKA Combat Jack.
My heart is broken. Combat Jack was one of the kindest, most incredible people I knew. I tried to hire him 10x over the years, but he was smart enough to keep building his own empire. I loved that dude...I will really miss him. Thanks Reggie for your mentorship + friendship. RIP pic.twitter.com/XhWv7YaLEh
— Michael Skolnik (@MichaelSkolnik) December 20, 2017
As if 2017 couldn't get any worse, we have lost our dear friend @Combat_Jack, who has passed away from his battle with colon cancer.
— DJBooth (@DJBooth) December 20, 2017
We will miss you, Reggie. pic.twitter.com/hqRZRWwGfs
Rest in Peace to a true #MOGUL and #FIGHTER
— MASS APPEAL (@MassAppeal) December 20, 2017
You will never, ever be forgotten
See you later, Combat Jack. pic.twitter.com/Rr4VtuEZTw
Photo: Instagram/reggieosse