What happened to Eric Hartter? Everything you need to know
Did you know that tattoo needles can vibrate up to 3000 times a minute? Pain levels depend on your tolerance to pain and the motivation behind acquiring the art. Being a tattoo artist requires passion and mastery, as seen in Eric Hartter, the American tattoo artist. However, his artistry has been missed by many following of his death. What happened to the renowned tattoo artist?
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Eric Hartter dated Kim Mathers and welcomed Whitney Scott Mathers together. Kim is also rapper Eminem's ex-wife. Eminem adopted Kim's daughter, who changed her name to Stevie Laine Scott. Discover details about the late tattoo artist.
Profile summary
| Full name | Eric Hartter |
| Age | 40 years (at the time of death) |
| Year of birth | 1980 |
| Year of death | 2020 |
| Place of birth | USA |
| Nationality | American |
| Ethnicity | White |
| Religion | Christianity |
| Mother | Marie Hartter |
| Children | Whitney Scott Mathers |
| Occupation | Tattoo artist |
| Height in feet | 5'8" (173 cm) |
| Weight in kilograms | 76 (167 lbs) |
| Eye colour | Dark brown |
| Hair colour | Brown |
| Famous as | Kim Mathers' ex-boyfriend |
Who is Eric Hartter?
Hartter was an American tattoo artist who became prominent after being romantically involved with Kim Mathers. However, Eric Hartter's tattoo business is the reason behind his fame.
He made headlines again when news of his child being adopted by the hip-hop artist Eminem broke. Hartter did not establish a strong bond with his daughter because he faced numerous legal issues that kept him away.
Eric Hartter's relationships
Eric was in a relationship with Kimberly Mathers in 2001 when Kim broke up with Eminem. Although their relationship was short-lived, Eric Hartter and Kim Scott got a child, Whitney Scott, who later changed her name to Stevie Laine Scott.
Unfortunately, he could not be present at his child's birth. He had an arrest warrant and had been charged with substance possession and other crimes. Eric and Kimberly separated shortly after Stevie's birth, and Kimberly denied him visitation rights.
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Where is Eric Hartter's daughter?
Stevie Laine Scott, previously known as Whitney Scott, was adopted by Eminem when they were three years old. Born on April 16, 2002, Stevie is currently 22 years old, with Aries as their zodiac sign.
In recent years, Stevie publicly came out as non-binary, embracing their identity and sharing the news with their followers. In a heartfelt post, they wrote:
Call me Stevie (they/she/he)
Stevie also shared a TikTok video documenting their transformation over the years. The video transitions from images of them as "Whitney," using she/her pronouns, to "Stevie," embracing all pronouns.
Through their journey, they have openly expressed their identity with hashtags like #genderfluid, #bi, and #nonbinary, inspiring many with their authenticity.
Why was Eric Hartter arrested?
On July 3rd, 2019 Hartter admitted guilt to drug possession, marking his fourth charge for such offenses. Despite having already served 93 days in jail, he received an additional two-month sentence and two years of probation.
According to Radar Online Hartter, along with two accomplices, was accused of stealing $200 worth of Red Bull from a CVS, leading to charges. During his time in jail, he was arrested again for possessing Fentanyl and methamphetamine.
He failed to attend a scheduled court hearing on April 17th, prompting the issuance of a warrant for his arrest. He was eventually apprehended on May 28th. Additionally, he faced a separate felony warrant in another county.
What happened to Eric Hartter?
According to Eric Hartter's obituary, he reportedly died from a substance OD in his mother's abandoned house in 2020. However, his body was found abandoned in Detroit, Michigan, USA.
His mother, Marie Mastrogiovanni Hartter, requested help from netizens to raise funds to cover his final expenses through a Go fund me fundraiser.
Sad as it may be, it was only after his death that his daughter came to learn about him being her biological father. Initially, Whitney Mathers seemed to be in denial as she insisted that Eminem was her real dad.
Who are Eminem's kids?
The iconic rapper is a proud father to three daughters: Hailie Jade Scott, Alaina Marie Scott, and Stevie Laine Scott.
Hailie Jade Scott, born on December 25, 1995, in Detroit, Michigan, is a podcaster and social media influencer. In the summer of 2022, she launched her podcast, Just A Little Shady.
Often described as the light of her father’s life, Hailie has been featured in several of Eminem's songs, including Hailie’s Song and Temporary, the latter written to provide her comfort in the event of his death. Hailie is currently married to Evan McClintock.
Alaina Marie Scott, born on February 22, 1993, in Michigan, is the biological daughter of Kim's late sister, Dawn Scott. Eminem legally adopted Alaina in the early 2000s due to her mother’s struggles with substance abuse, which eventually led to her passing in 2016. Alaina now works as a travel blogger.
FAQs
- Who is Eric Hartter? He was an American tattoo artist.
- What is Eric Hatter known for? He was known for being the father to Eminem's adopted daughter Stevie Scott.
- How did Eric Hartter die? He died in March 2020. As per the post-mortem results, coc*ine breakdown products and fentanyl were discovered within his blood.
- Did Eric Hartter have any kids? He had a daughter, born to his ex-girlfriend Kimberly Scott.
- What is the name of Eric Hartters' daughter? Hatters' daughter was initially called Whitney Scott but later changed her name to Stevie Laine Scott.
- Who was Eric Hartters' wife? The rapper was never married.
- How is Eric Hartter related to Eminem? He is the father of one of Eminem's adopted daughters.
- Is Parker Scott Eminem's son? Parker is Kim Scott's son with another man not being raised by Eminem.
Eric Hartter was a talented tattoo artist who died prematurely. His tattoo business was reportedly doing well until he started engaging in illegal businesses. The artist is survived by one daughter, Stevie Laine Scott, who is now adopted by rapper Eminem.
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