Rapper Biz Markie has been in the hospital for weeks to treat illness
The rapper suffers from type II diabetes and is best known for his song "Just a Friend"
{{#rendered}} {{/rendered}}Rapper Biz Markie has been hospitalized in or around Maryland for several weeks.
Reps for the musician -- born Marcel Theo Hall -- told TMZ that he is being treated for a serious illness, but is not being treated for coronavirus.
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{{#rendered}} {{/rendered}}Additionally, the outlet reports that Hall's type II diabetes was a trigger for the hospitalization.
Rapper Biz Markie has been hospitalized for several weeks. (Photo by David Livingston/Getty Images)
His condition is currently unclear.
"He is receiving the best care from an amazing team of medical professionals and we remain positive about the outcome," said the rep.
{{#rendered}} {{/rendered}}Reps for Hall did not immediately respond to Fox News' request for comment.
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The musician, known best for his hit "Just a Friend," has previously been open about his diabetes journey, revealing he lost 140 to benefit his health, the outlet reports.