Christopher “Big Black” Boykin, best known for starring as one half of MTV’s Rob & Big, died Tuesday morning at the age of 45, his reps confirm to TMZ. No official cause of death is known at this time.
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Boykin starred opposite skateboarder Rob Dyrdek in the reality series Rob & Big from 2006 to 2008; in addition to being Dyrdek’s best friend, Boykin also served as his bodyguard.
Following his time on Rob & Big, Boykin appeared on several other MTV shows, including Rob Dyrdek’s Fantasy Factory, Ridiculousness, Guy Code and Snack Off.
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Boykin starred opposite skateboarder Rob Dyrdek in the reality series Rob & Big from 2006 to 2008; in addition to being Dyrdek’s best friend, Boykin also served as his bodyguard.
Following his time on Rob & Big, Boykin appeared on several other MTV shows, including Rob Dyrdek’s Fantasy Factory, Ridiculousness, Guy Code and Snack Off.
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