Luci4: luci4 Dead at 23 — 'BodyPartz' Rapper James Dear
Rapper Luci4, best known for the viral hit "BodyPartz, " has died at 23. The L. A. County Medical Examiner confirms luci4 — born James Dear — passed away, though his official cause of death has not been disclosed.
Luci4 death details and timeline
James Dear, who performed as Luci4 and used aliases including Axxturel, 4jay and Lucifer, died on February 22, 2026, at the age of 23. His grandparents say he died sometime that day at a friend's house in Los Angeles and also described the day as Sunday.
Death confirmed by medical examiner
The L. A. County Medical Examiner has confirmed that Luci4 passed away, but the cause of death remains unknown and has not been disclosed. Family members are waiting for more information from investigators.
Grandparents raise concerns over wallet
His grandparents told investigators they do not yet know what happened and said they were suspicious about the circumstances. They stated the rapper's wallet had been completely emptied and that they had recently warned him about the people he had been spending time with as his fame started taking off. They are now waiting on answers from police.
Emergency response and crime scene
The Los Angeles Fire Department responded to a medical call at the residence at 11: 40 AM, and when crews arrived the person was already deceased, prompting notification of police. Law enforcement set up a crime scene on arrival and launched an investigation that remains ongoing; it is unclear whether foul play is suspected, and authorities say the probe includes the possibility of foul play.
Career, sigilkore and 'BodyPartz'
Luci4 made waves online as a pioneer of the internet microgenre sigilkore. He first blew up on TikTok in 2021 with the viral track "BodyPartz, " which exploded across social media and went gold, certified by the Recording Industry Association of America. The success helped him land a deal with Atlantic Records and brought mainstream attention to his unconventional sound.
Legacy, fan reaction and net worth
Fans and peers offered condolences across social media. One user wrote, "Rising talent, tragic end. Luci4 gone at 23. A reminder of how quickly things can change in the music world. " Another posted, "Rip luci4 Id listen to his music on the bus everyday a few years back. " A third wrote, "Luci4 death hit so hard … ik he looking up at us rn. " A fourth said, "Can't stop thinking about luci4 i’m actually really devastated and i have to go to work with ts on my mind. "
At the time of his death, James Dear's net worth was estimated at around $6. 5 million (approx. ), reflecting his status as an emerging artist who had achieved notable success online and within the underground music scene.
James Dear was born on August 2, 2002. He was an American rapper, songwriter, and producer known for energetic performances, experimental collaborations, and a pronounced online following fueled by social media and streaming platforms.
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Investigators continue to examine the scene and family members continue to press for answers as the inquiry proceeds.
