Sad news.

Rob & Big star Christopher “Big Black” Boykin has died at the age of 45 after possibly suffering a heart attack, reports TMZ.

Boykin starred in the MTV show from 2006 – 2008, and later joined the cast of Fantasy Factory.

MTV released the following statement:

“MTV is deeply saddened to learn the news of Christopher ‘Big Black’ Boykin’s passing,” an MTV spokesman told the Daily News. “He was a long time and beloved member of the MTV family and will be greatly missed. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family and friends at this time.”

Boykin leaves behind his 9-year-old daughter Isis.

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