Music producer and Murder Inc. Records co-founder Irv Gotti, known for shaping the careers of DMX, Ja Rule, and Ashanti, has tragically passed away at the age of 54. It has been confirmed that Gotti died on Wednesday in New York City, though the exact cause remains unknown.
Sources close to the family revealed that the hip-hop powerhouse had been struggling with health issues following a stroke last year, which left him relying on a cane for mobility. His contributions to the rap industry were monumental, helping craft some of the most iconic hits of the early 2000s.
Fans and fellow artists are mourning the loss of one of hip-hop’s greatest architects, paying tribute to the legacy he left behind. Stay tuned for updates as more details emerge.
