Homicide Inc. Data co-founder Irv Gotti, the person behind artists similar to Ja Rule, has died on the age of 54.

The Hollywood Reporter confirmed the unhappy information, however the reason for demise will not be but identified.

Nonetheless, the publication reviews the late document govt had a stroke final 12 months. 

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“Def Jam has misplaced certainly one of its most artistic troopers who was hip-hop,” music trade govt Lyor Cohen stated in a tribute, in line with The Hollywood Reporter.

He had reportedly been identified with diabetes earlier than his demise.

“Diabetes is deteriorating my physique,” he as soon as reportedly stated in regards to the illness, in line with The New York Submit. 

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His consultant reportedly beforehand stated to TMZ he suffered a stroke in 2024 associated to his diabetes.

“Irv has been combating diabetes for years, which triggered him to have a minor stroke over six months in the past,” they reportedly stated on the time.

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“He has since modified his weight loss plan to consuming extra wholesome. He is been profitable in making a full restoration. Irv will not be in a rehab facility. He’s at residence along with his household, having fun with life.”

Following information of his demise, Kanye West, now often known as Ye, shared a tribute to his million of followers on Instagram to the late music govt, sharing a snap of a headline and commenting a white dove emoji beneath.

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Homicide Inc. was an imprint of Def Jam and Irv, whose full identify was Irving Domingo Lorenzo Jr., labored with the likes of Ashanti, Ja Rule and DMX all through his profession.

Irv, who was born in New York, is survived by his three youngsters: Angie, Sonny and JJ.

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