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DJ Young Slade, Lil Jon's Son, Found Dead at 27

2/21/2026

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Lil Jon's son Nathan Smith, known as DJ Young Slade, died at 27.
Nathan Smith was reported missing on February 3 in Milton, Georgia.
His body was found in a pond on February 6.
Lil Jon posted a heartfelt tribute on Instagram after laying Nathan to rest on February 18.
The Milton Police Department reports no indication of foul play in the ongoing investigation.

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Lil Jon's son Nathan Smith, known as DJ Young Slade, died at 27.
Nathan Smith was reported missing on February 3 in Milton, Georgia.
His body was found in a pond on February 6.
Lil Jon posted a heartfelt tribute on Instagram after laying Nathan to rest on February 18.
The Milton Police Department reports no indication of foul play in the ongoing investigation.