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THE family of famed rapper DMX may be forced to make a hard decision today after the results of his brain tests.

remains in a coma and had reportedly had no brain activity since he was hospitalized last Friday.

Hundreds of fans have gathered outside the New York hospital
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Hundreds of fans have gathered outside the New York hospitalCredit: AFP
Earl Simmons, also known as the rapper DMX
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Earl Simmons, also known as the rapper DMXCredit: Reuters

on Wednesday that the brain tests "showed no improvement" of activity since late Friday.

In another sign of "dwindling hope," DMX's longtime manager and friend, Steve Rifkin, has reportedly been asked to fly out to New York.

On Tuesday, with their arms out the window as some of 15 children joined the emotional vigil.

The music star, whose real name is Earl Simmons, remains in a critical condition after on Friday night, reportedly triggered by a drug overdose.

Rifkind confirmed that the 50-year-old's condition remains unchanged, as the family continues to hold out hope.

"DMX is currently on life support and in a coma. There are multiple people with inaccurate information about his well-being and it is not helpful and productive," Rifkind told on Tuesday night.

"We appreciate your prayers and support," he added.

DMX was reportedly left in a "vegetative state" after suffering a heart attack on Friday night and having to be revived three times.

Citing a source, reported how medics "tried to revive him twice in the house, and revived him again in the hospital."

The insider said: "This is a very difficult time for the family. They are standing by his bedside, holding his hand and praying. They are really in prayer mode."

The family of the rapper had announced in an email on Sunday that the vigil will be held outside the hospital from 5pm and asked that fans keep the rapper in their ";thoughts, wishes and prayer."

In an email seen by , the family said: "On Friday night, April 2nd, 2021, our brother, son, father and colleague DMX, birth name of Earl Simmons, was admitted to White plains (NY) Hospital, facing serious health issues.

"We ask that you please keep Earl/DMX and us in your thoughts, wishes and prayers as well as respect our privacy as we face these challenges."

DMX'S fiance Desiree Lindstrom (right) is embraced after a prayer vigil outside of the White Plains Hospital in White Plains, New York, on Monday
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DMX'S fiance Desiree Lindstrom (right) is embraced after a prayer vigil outside of the White Plains Hospital in White Plains, New York, on MondayCredit: EPA
MX remains in a coma after a heart attack on Friday
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MX remains in a coma after a heart attack on FridayCredit: Getty
DMX (Earl Simmons) with his family
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DMX (Earl Simmons) with his familyCredit: Getty
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