Sad News: 15 years ago today, Nate Dogg lost his life at just 41 years old. In Long Beach, California. Who die of complications from multiple strokes…see more

“We appreciate the enormous outpouring of response from all over the world,” McGrew said in a statement.

We greatly appreciate that and thank everyone for their prayers and support. We know that Nate will be hanging out with his good friends 2Pac and Biggie.”

Tweeted Snoop Dogg(who first collaborated with Nate in the early 90s in the rap group 213 ): “I am so sad but so happy I got to grow up wit u and I will c u again n heaven cuz u know d slogan.”

Rapper and collaborator Daz Dillinger added, “R.I.P. TO MY HOMEBOY NATE DOGG DPGC DOGG POUND GANGSTA 4 LIFE.” 50 Cent Tweeted, “GOD BLESS HIM R.I.P he meant a lot to west coast hiphop. Iv always been a fan of it.”

Said rapper The Game: “I lost a friend. Been here before. Tears. Memories. One day someone will lose “US” as well. LIVING until that day comes is our only option.”