Biz Markie Is Getting A Street Named After Him

The late Biz Markie is getting his own street in his hometown. Biz Markie’s widow, Tara Davis, announced Wednesday that his hometown of Patchogue, Long Island is dedicating a street to the late “Clown Prince of Hip Hop.”  Her instagram post included a thankful message with a picture framing his street, BIZ MARKIE WAY.

In honor of the contributions Biz has achieved as an actor, beatboxed, DJ and philanthropist, his hometown of Patchogue Long Island will honor him with the renaming of South Street to Biz Markie Way!

The public event will take place Saturday, September 25th at 2 p.m. Eastern Time behind the 6th District Court. 150 West Main Street, Patchogue, NY 11772 -Southwest Parking lot. The legendary Biz Markie passed away on July 16th following his battle with Type Two diabetes. He was 57 years old.

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