Milkman (rapper)

Óscar Botello (April 11, 1989 – February 12, 2026), better known as Milkman (stylized as MLKMN), was a Mexican rapper, producer and composer.[1]

Life and career

Botello was born at 5:48 am on April 11, 1989 by Caesarean section in Monterrey, Mexico and was raised in Laredo, Texas.[2] In 2014, he released the single "El Bajo" through Universal Music.[3] Throughout his career, he released EPs Fresco and Soy Milk.[4]

He was also a creative director, working with J Balvin for the visuals for his albums Energía and Vibras.[5]

Botello died on February 12, 2026, at the age of 36, after being hospitalized and requiring multiple surgeries.[6]

References

  1. ^ "GOT MILKMN? Houston Recording Artist Releases New Album" (PDF).
  2. ^ Mendizabal, Amaya (2014-11-17). "Exclusive: MLKMN Premieres 'Bounce' Lyric Video, Talks Working With Diplo". Billboard. Retrieved 2026-02-27.
  3. ^ "BMI Remembers Oscar Botello, a.k.a. Milkman". BMI.com. 2026-02-17. Retrieved 2026-02-27.
  4. ^ Azcárate, Marina (2021-03-22). "Milkman: Musician, Artist, Producer, Designer... The Jack Of All Trades". The Next Cartel. Retrieved 2026-02-27.
  5. ^ Creative, The Uprising. "MILKMAN". Pulse Music Group. Retrieved 2026-02-27.
  6. ^ Muere el Rapero Mexicano Milkman: Esto Se Sabe de su Fallecimiento (in Spanish)