The Freeman Household, alongside NYC Council Member Dr. Yusef Salaam and the Perpetually Fatman Scoop Basis, will host a avenue co‑naming ceremony on Saturday, August 9, 2025, at 2:00 PM. The nook of 109th Avenue and fifth Avenue in Harlem shall be formally designated Isaac “Fatman Scoop” Freeman III Place in recognition of Freeman’s a long time‑lengthy contributions to music, leisure, and neighborhood empowerment.
A Grammy Award‑successful artist and Harlem native, Fatman Scoop is famend for his unmistakable voice and excessive‑power performances. Because the son of Harlem, he has remained dedicated to uplifting the neighborhood that formed him. His brother Kendell “Sav” Freeman spoke for the household, saying, “Scoop has all the time represented Harlem with pleasure. This co‑naming is a tribute not simply to his artistry, however to his ongoing dedication to uplifting the neighborhood that raised him.”
Pals, household, native leaders, and neighborhood members are invited to have a good time a residing legend whose work spans generations. Along with the official avenue signal unveiling, the occasion will characteristic remarks from Council Member Salaam and representatives from the Perpetually Fatman Scoop Basis. The general public is inspired to attend this free celebration of legacy, tradition, and Harlem pleasure.
