The tragic death of Nathan Smith, the 27-year-old son of rapper Lil Jon, has been confirmed after his body was found in a pond near his home in Milton, Georgia. According to multiple sources, including Daily Times and Geo Business, Nathan, known professionally as DJ Young Slade, was reported missing on February 3, 2026. The Milton Police Department expanded their search to a pond in Mayfield Park, where the body was discovered on February 6, 2026. Lil Jon expressed his devastation on Instagram, stating, 'I am extremely heartbroken for the tragic loss of our son, Nathan Smith. His mother [Nicole Smith] and I are devastated.' The Guardian and BBC US & Canada reported that Nathan was an NYU graduate and an emerging music producer, highlighting his promising career cut short.