John ‘Ecstasy’ Fletcher was an American actor and director, best known for his work in Ghetto Baby (2014), Whodini: Rap Machine (1983), and Whodini: Big Mouth (1985). He was born on June 7, 1964, in Brooklyn, New York City, and passed away on December 23, 2020, in Atlanta, Georgia.
Personal and Family Life
John Fletcher, also known as Ecstasy, was a father to Jonnelle Fletcher. He gained recognition in the music industry, particularly as a member of the hip-hop group Whodini, which released six studio albums. Besides his musical impact, he was also celebrated for his distinctive style, often wearing a Zorro-like hat.
Death and Legacy
John Fletcher died on December 23, 2020, in Atlanta, Georgia, under circumstances that remain undisclosed. He left behind a significant legacy in hip-hop and was honored posthumously for his contributions to the genre. Whodini, the group he was part of, received accolades, including the Hip-Hop Icon Award at the Black Music Honors in 2018.
Filmography
| Type | Title |
|---|---|
| Actor | Legends of Hip Hop: The Fifth Element (Music Video, 2003) |
| Actor | Whodini: Keep Running Back (Music Video, 1996) |
| Actor | Terminator X featuring Whodini: It All Comes Down to the Money (Music Video, 1994) |
| Actor | Whodini: Freaks (Music Video, 1991) |
| Actor | MC Hammer: 2 Legit 2 Quit (Music Video, 1991) |
| Actor | Kool Moe Dee: Funke, Funke Wisdom (Video, 1991) |
| Actor | Midnight Star Feat. Ecstasy of Whodini: Don’t Rock the Boat (Music Video, 1988) |
| Actor | Whodini: Rock You Again (Again & Again) (Music Video, 1987) |
| Actor | Whodini Feat. Millie Jackson: Be Yourself (Music Video, 1987) |
| Actor | Whodini: Growing Up (Music Video, 1986) |
| Actor | Whodini: One Love (Music Video, 1986) |
| Actor | Whodini: Funky Beat (Music Video, 1986) |
| Actor | Whodini: Escape (I Need a Break) (Music Video, 1985) |
| Actor | Whodini: Big Mouth (Music Video, 1985) |
| Actor | Whodini: Freaks Come out at Night (Music Video, 1984) |