Reports have come out that Nathan Smith, also known as ‘DJ Young Slade,’ the son of rapper Lil Jon, has gone missing. Authorities recently shared information about the story on social media, while asking anyone with information to help. Lil Jon has also released a statement on the ongoing story.
Lil Jon’s Son Nathan ‘DJ Young Slade’ Smith Missing
Jonathan H. Smith, better known by his stage name Lil Jon, is a rapper and record producer. Heavily associated with the crunk genre, in recent years, he is especially known for the singles “Snap Yo Fingers” and “Turn Down for What.” Starting his career in the early 1990s, he was also originally the frontman of Lil Jon & the East Side Boyz.
In his personal life, Lil Jon’s son, Nathan Smith, was born in 1998. Nathan also works as a DJ under the name DJ Young Slade. Lil Jon also shares a daughter, Nahara, with girlfriend Jamila Sozahdah.
News has recently come out that Nathan has been reported missing in Georgia. The Milton Police Department issued a missing person report for Nathan on Facebook on Tuesday, Feb. 3, 2026. It was noted that he was last seen in the area at 6 AM local time on the same day. He was reportedly seen “in the vicinity of Baldwin Dr./Mayfield Rd. in Milton.”
Authorities Shared Contact Information For Anyone With Information
The post shared, “Subject ran out of his house and has been missing since. Subject left on foot and does not possess a phone. He may be disoriented and in need of assistance. Family and friends are concerned for his safety.”
The statement also urged those with information to call 678-297-6300 or email Detective Sarah Moore at [email protected]. Nathan was described as having brown eyes and short black hair. His height was listed as 5’9, and he was said to weigh 150 pounds.
Nathan’s most recent Instagram post featured a photo of him with manager Lil Will and rapper Bow Wow at the State Farm Arena in Atlanta. This was shared in early January.
In a recent statement concerning the case with People, Lil Jon said this, “The family is asking for privacy at this time. We are also asking for continued prayers for Nathan to come home safe. Thank you.”
Nathan also recently appeared on MTV’s Family Legacy. Speaking with The Quintessential Gentleman around this time, he talked about what it was like growing up with a famous rapper as a father. At the time, he shared, “It’s dope to appreciate my dad, show respect, and just look at all the things he’s done, and it’s nice to get the torch passed down and do my own thing. Because it’s like it comes from him, but also I’m definitely taking it and making it my own.”
Have you been following this story? Moreover, are you familiar with Lil Jon and his music? We are praying for his son’s safe return. Make sure you come back to TV Shows Ace for all the latest TV and celebrity news.
John Witiw has been a writer since at least 2015. He’s covered a variety of topics, especially when it comes to film and television.
