Body of Rapper Lil Jon’s Son Believed to be Found in Georgia

Authorities in Georgia have reported the discovery of a body they suspect to be Nathan Smith, son of renowned rapper Lil Jon. The Milton Police Department announced that Nathan was reported missing on February 3. Officers were alerted to a case of a missing adult from Baldwin Drive in Milton, Georgia, where Nathan resided.

Upon receiving the report, the Milton Police determined that Nathan left his home under suspicious circumstances and could not be found. They immediately commenced search operations, working with various partner agencies to locate him.

As the search progressed without success, the teams broadened their efforts to include a nearby pond in Mayfield Park, close to Nathan’s residence. On Friday at around 11:53 a.m., divers from the Cherokee County Fire Department recovered a body they believe to be Nathan Smith, from the pond. However, official confirmation is still pending from the Fulton County Medical Examiner’s Office.

The Milton Police Department emphasized that while there appears to be no signs of foul play at this time, their criminal investigations division will keep this as an active investigation. They noted that specific details won’t be disclosed until the medical examiner determines the official cause and manner of death, and all investigative leads are thoroughly reviewed.

The department extended their heartfelt condolences to the Smith family and respectfully requested privacy for them during this challenging period.

A representative for Lil Jon shared his and Nicole Smith’s deep heartbreak over their son’s tragic loss. In a statement to ABC News, Lil Jon mentioned how Nathan was incredibly kind, thoughtful, and loving, both to his family and friends. The rapper praised Nathan’s artistic talents, noting his accomplishments as a music producer, artist, engineer, and NYU graduate.

Recalling his fondest memories, Lil Jon appreciated the outpouring of support during the search and acknowledged the efforts of the Milton Police and other teams involved in the recovery operations.

Born in 1998 to Lil Jon and Nicole Smith, Nathan had grown up in a family acquainted with the entertainment industry. The couple, who married in 2004, later separated amicably in 2022. Nathan frequently expressed admiration for his father, as recounted in an interview with The Quintessential Gentleman in March 2025, where he described the inspiration drawn from watching his father DJ.

Nathan shared how a defining moment was witnessing his father’s energy and influence on a crowd, which steered him towards his own passion for music. His journey began with his father setting him up with turntables, after being impressed with his initial musical experiments.