Legendary B-Boy Popmaster Fabel Needs Hip-Hop’s Help

Born in 1965, Jorge “Popmaster Fabel” Pabon grew up in Spanish Harlem, where he developed a love for Hip-Hop, dance and choreography career at an early age. He gained worldwide recognition as a featured dancer in the 1984 cult classic film, Beat Street. A senior member of the Rock Steady Crew and member of the Electric Boogaloos, Fabel is among the most respected b-boys in Hip-Hop history. He’s also the co-founder of GhettOriginal Productions Inc., where he co-authored, co- directed and co-choreographed the first two Hip-Hop musicals, So! What Happens Now? and Jam on the Groove. He was recently dancing in the Verzuz battle between KRS-One & Big Daddy Kane.

Jorge “Popmaster Fabel” Pabon was hospitalized last month following a hit-and-run in the Bronx. According to close friends, he was riding his bike after a long day of painting when he was struck by a speeding vehicle. The driver failed to stop and left him there to die. A good Samaritan called 9-1-1 and Fabel was rushed to a nearby hospital by ambulance with multiple injures. After spending weeks in the ICU undergoing several surgeries, he’s now transitioning to a rehab facility. Fabel suffered compound fractures to his legs, a fractured pelvis, multiple rib fractures to both sides, a punctured right lung and lacerated liver, among other injuries.

Now, Fabel and his family need Hip-Hop’s help. On Thursday (September 28), Fabel’s niece Jazmin Reynoso and his brother Pedro Pabon launched a GoFundMe campaign for assistance with his mounting medical bills and living expenses. Any donation is appreciated, no amount is too small. Fabel’s family asks that you keep him in your thoughts and prayers.

The fundraising goal is set for $150,000 and so far, they’ve raised more than $52,000. To donate to Fabel’s GoFundMe, head here.

Via allhiphop.com