August 08 dead – mystery as Def Jam rapper who worked with Justin Bieber dies aged 31 as tributes pour in

RAPPER August 08 has died at the age of 31.

The star, real name Ray Davon Jacobs, helped pen Justin Bieber’s hit Sorry and worked as a producer for Def Jam Records.

The record label said in a statement to Billboard: “The entire Def Jam family mourns the tragic loss of Ray’ August 08′ Jacobs.

“A brilliant songwriter, an accomplished musician and a singular artist, August will remain in our memory as a beloved colleague and friend.

“We extend our deepest sympathies to his family and loved ones.”

His cause of death has not been revealed.

The singer, from Los Angeles, also co-wrote DJ Khaled’s chart-topper I’m The One.