El Paso Times Rap legend DMX, known for being a pinnacle in the '90s and 2000s hip-hop scene, died on Friday at age 50, according to a statement from his family given to The Associated Press. The rapper, whose real name is Earl Simmons, was rushed to a hospital in White Plains, New York on April 2 after suffering a heart attack. Here's a look back when DMX headlined a car show at the Cohen Stadium. July 30, 2009, El Paso Times Victor R. Martinez / El Paso Times EL PASO -- When local promoter Gilbert Jorgenson was looking for talent for the Summer Showdown '09 Concert and Car Show four months ago, he wanted someone with staying power and star quality.