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