Controversial rapper Namewee held over influencer's death
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Getty Images Namewee, whose real name is Wee Meng Chee, is known for his satirical and profanity-laced music
Controversial Malaysian rapper Namewee has been remanded in custody in connection with the death of a Taiwanese influencer found dead in a Kuala Lumpur hotel bathtub two weeks ago. Police say Namewee, 42, was the last person seen with 31-year-old Iris Hsieh, according to reports. She was in Malaysia to discuss a commercial video Namewee had agreed to direct, her social media manager told the BBC.
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