science | January 09, 2026

How Did Cadet Die? What was cadets cause of death?

Blaine Cameron Johnson, known professionally as Cadet, was a British rapper.

The younger cousin of Krept, Johnson began pursuing a solo career as a rapper in 2011, releasing a number of freestyles through YouTube outlets such as OSM Vision and Link Up TV.

How Did Cadet Die?

Johnson died in a car accident on 9 February 2019 on his way to a gig at Keele University in Staffordshire, three weeks before what would have been his 29th birthday.

A man has admitted causing the death of grime rapper Cadet, who was killed in a car crash on his way to a gig.

The 28-year-old rapper, whose real name was Blaine Cameron Johnson, died in the crash in Wrinehill, Staffordshire, on 9 February on his way to perform at Keele University.

What was Cadet cause of death?

On 9 February 2019, Johnson and three friends were on their way to a gig at Keele University in Staffordshire when a Vauxhall Combo slammed head-on into their Toyota Prius in Betley, approximately 5 miles (8.0 km) from the venue.

Johnson died at the scene of severe head injuries.