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Lil Jon's Son, DJ Young Slade, Found Dead After Missing Person Search
The body of 27-year-old Nathan Smith, known professionally as DJ Young Slade, was discovered in a park near his home in Milton, Georgia.
Published on Feb. 6, 2026
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The son of rapper Lil Jon, Nathan Smith, known professionally as DJ Young Slade, has died after going missing on February 3, 2026. His body was discovered on February 6 in a park near his home in Milton, Georgia, after a three-day search. Police say there is currently no indication of foul play, but the investigation remains open and active.
Why it matters
The loss of a young person is always a tragedy, and the public nature of this event adds another layer of complexity for the family as they navigate their grief. The request for privacy from the Milton Police Department underscores the demand for sensitivity during this difficult time.
The details
Nathan Smith, 27, was reported missing on Tuesday, February 3, after leaving his residence in Milton, Georgia, under unusual circumstances. According to the Milton Police Department, he left on foot without a phone and may have been disoriented. Search efforts expanded to include a pond in Mayfield Park near Smith's home, and divers with the Cherokee County Fire Department recovered a body at approximately 11:53 a.m. on February 6. Police believe the body is that of Nathan Smith, pending confirmation from the Fulton County Medical Examiner's Office.
- Nathan Smith was first reported missing on Tuesday, February 3, 2026.
- His body was discovered on Friday, February 6, 2026.
The players
Lil Jon
A rapper and the father of Nathan Smith.
Nicole Smith
The estranged wife of Lil Jon and the mother of Nathan Smith.
Nathan Smith
Also known professionally as DJ Young Slade, he was the 27-year-old son of Lil Jon and Nicole Smith.
Milton Police Department
The law enforcement agency investigating Nathan Smith's disappearance and death.
Fulton County Medical Examiner's Office
The office working to confirm the identity of the body recovered and determine the cause and manner of death.
What they’re saying
“I am extremely heartbroken for the tragic loss of our son, Nathan Smith.”
— Lil Jon (newsy-today.com)
“He described his son as 'the kindest human being' and an 'amazingly talented young man.'”
— Lil Jon (newsy-today.com)
What’s next
The investigation is currently open and active, with the Fulton County Medical Examiner's Office working to confirm the identity of the body recovered and determine the cause and manner of death.
The takeaway
The tragic loss of a young person is always deeply felt, and the public nature of this event adds an extra layer of complexity for the family as they grieve. The request for privacy from the authorities underscores the need for sensitivity and compassion during this difficult time.
