Hip-hop is mourning the loss of a crucial voice that became a staple in New York radio, Timothy “Buc Wild” Joseph, who died at 47. Alongside Troi "Star" Torain, Buc Wild co-hosted The Star & Buc Wild Show on Hot 97. The former Everyday Struggle host confirmed the news of Buc Wild’s passing on his livestream this week, revealing that his former co-host died in the Pink Houses apartment complex in Brooklyn on Sunday.
“... The passing of my son,” he said during his stream. “Most of you knew him as my alleged half-brother, but I raised him. He’s like a son to me.”
So far, there isn’t any confirmation of what the cause of death is. However, Star suggested that it could be drug-related. “Possible fentanyl. I don’t have a confirmation yet. However, Timothy Joseph aka Buc Wild, was loved. He had a support system. He and I were always in contact, but then again, it was tough to get a hold of him at times,” he said.
Star Reacts To Buc Wild's Passing
Star explained how they had a unique relationship from the start where the friction between them on air contributed to the overall chemistry they shared. He also explained how the soft spot he developed for “people like [Buc Wild],” detailing how Joseph’s struggles with dyslexia was something he helped him overcome.
“Over the years, we were working with flashcards at Hot 97,” he said. “He tried to work on his reading over the years.”
At one point, Star evidently became more emotional while discussing his relationship with Buc Wild and also expressing appreciation for those who showed his co-host support over the years, too. Check out the full video above and sound off with your thoughts in the comments.
