Lil Jon’s Son Has Been Reported Missing

Lil Jon and his family are hoping for the safe return of Nathan Smith. Nathan, who goes by DJ Young Slade professionally, is Lil Jon’s only son. He disappeared from his home in Georgia on February 3, and has not been heard from since. The 27-year-olds disappearance is troubling enough that Milton Police are asking for help from the public.

DJ Young Slade goes missing

Lil’ Jon and his family are searching for his adult son right now. DJ Young Slade was reported missing on February 3, after he left his home in Milton, Georgia, around 6am on foot. According to the Milton Police Department, the agency handling the disappearance, the young DJ may need help. They note that he may be disoriented, but they did not elaborate on why they believe he is disorriented or what events preceded his decision to leave the home. The official release notes that DJ Young Slade is not in possession of his phone.

According to CBS News, the famed rapper and his family are asking for privacy as they search for Nathan. They issued a statement via a spokesperson shortly after news of the DJ’s disappearance made headlines. The family, however, is asking for prayers.  

The musician’s career is on the rise

DJ Young Slade is well-known in club and trap music circles, though he has yet to reach truly mainstream success. Still, he’s a rising star in the genre and has worked steadily in recent years, including as an opening DJ and at special events. He has also appeared with his father at several high-profile events.

Back in March, DJ Young Slade shared a series of photos on Instagram after appearing on Family Feud with Lil Jon. While the young DJ uploaded to Instagram fairly regularly in recent years, his uploads slowed recently. His last post was in early January. In that update, he appeared to be in good spirits.