Coolio's ex-wife Josefa Salinas: Everything you need to know about their marriage, kids and split

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In addition to writing one of the most well-known rap songs of all time, Coolio was also a father and married to his ex-wife Josefa Salinas for four years. With the sad news that the rapper died at age 59 on Wednesday, September 28, HollywoodLife is telling the rapper's marriage and relationships. Coolio Casual's label released a statement mourning their loss. “We are honored to be part of the Coolio musical family. Coolio is a legend who inspired a generation of artists to shamelessly share their visions with the world,” they said. “We are beyond grateful to Coolio for sharing his talents with us, and at the same time, we are extremely saddened to be a bookend on his incredible musical journey."

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Coolio and Josefa were married from 1996 to 2000

Coolio and Josefa linked the knot in 1996. (Julian Makey/Shutterst...