Brooklyn Rapper Capital Steez Dead at 19
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According to Billboard.com
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"Capital Steez, an up-and-coming rapper in the Brooklyn-based Pro Era collective, died on Monday morning. Steez, real name Jamal Dewar, was 19.
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The rapper's friend and collaborator Joey Bada$$ announced the news on Twitter, saying, "This unfortunate xmas eve… Lost a best friend, a brother, a pro, a partner. Letting go is never easy."
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Bada$$ goes on to say that "part of me doesn't believe this." Other members of New Era to post comments include Chuck Strangers and CJ Fly. This week the rap collective released the mixtape, "PEEP: The Aprocopalypse" on Cinematic Affairs. Label CEO Johnny Shipes also confirmed the death on Twitter, writing "R.I.P. STEEZ."
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Further details on the cause of death have not been disclosed, however there is speculation that the rapper may have committed suicide as his final message on Twitter reads, simply, "The end."
The end.."
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SMH
Hip Hop Mogul Chris Lighty Dies in Apparent Suicide
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Sad day in hiphop! Chris Lighty a pioneer in the game committed suicide early this AM. You never know what someone is going through. All I can do is send my prayers to anyone reading this that’s going through. I personally experienced a very difficult period in my life these past few years. But GOD has blessed me and made me realize the storm doesn’t last forever. Finally seeing my rainbow and I’m thankful.
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Hip-hop mogul Chris Lighty died Thursday morning after he shot himself after an argument with his estranged wife at his Bronx apartment, sources told the Daily News.
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Lighty, 44 — a longtime manager of 50 Cent, Diddy, Ja Rule and Mariah Carey — stepped outside his South Riverdale apartment about 11:30 a.m., after a spat with his wife, Veronica, police sources said.
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Suddenly, a gun shot was heard and Lighty was found lying faceup with a 9-mm. pistol next to his body, sources said
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Law enforcement sources said Lighty — whose wife filed for divorce last year — may have been dealing with financial struggles, including owing about $5 million to the IRS.
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Lighty, founder of Violator Management, merged with another talent company to form Primary Violator around the time of his divorce.
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Musicians began Tweeting about Lighty soon after news of his death spread.
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“R.I.P CHRIS LIGHTY THE MAN THAT SAVED MY LIFE!!!” Bronx rapper Fat Joe posted on Twitter. “I Would Be Nothing Without YOU!!! My Kids Appreciate YOU God Bless Chris Lighty.”
R.I.P Sherman Hemsley AKA George Jefferson
07/25/2012 •
Sherman Hemsley died yesterday peacefully at the age of 74 at his home in El Paso, Texas, apparently of natural causes.
He will definitely be missed.
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Donna Summers Dies At 63: R.I.P To The Disco Queen
05/17/2012 • The Queen of Disco passed away this morning after a battle with Lung cancer. Summer was a 5-time Grammy winner who shot to superstardom in the '70s with iconic hits like "Last Dance," "Hot Stuff" and "Bad Girls. May her soul Rest In Peace. more
[WATCH] Bobbi Kristina Interview With Oprah Winfrey:Hears Mom Talking To Her
03/12/2012 • In a stand up interview a brave Bobbi Kristina daughter of the late great Whitney Houston, spoke about her mother for the first time since her sudden death last month. I saw some status on Facebook regarding the interview and many wanted Oprah to ask more questions. However Some felt she wasn’t asking the right questions. Overall I am glad to see this young lady is holding up well and she was strong enough to complete this interview. Although someone isn’t here in flesh they are always here in spirit. Keep holding strong Bobbi Kris and keep GOD first. more
[Video] Bobby Brown on Houston’s Death
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XXL Pays Tribute to Notorious B.I.G. With March 2012 Issue
01/23/2012 • 
We are now approaching the 15th year since the death of Biggie Smalls. XXL is paying tribute to the late, great Brooklyn MC with a special issue dedicated to his legacy. The XXL team spoke to some of those closest to Big for an in-depth look into his life and death. From his kids T’Yanna and Christopher “CJ” Wallace and their mamas, Jan Jackson and Faith Evans, to his closest friends like members of Junior M.A.F.I.A. and others, many got their chance to share stories and more to pay homage to the beloved MC. Be sure to cop the special tribute issue when it hits stands on February 7. We’ll always love Big Poppa!! R.I.P more
Heavy D’s Cause Of Death Revealed
12/27/2011 • According to the Los Angeles County Coroner’s Office, Heavy D died from a pulmonary embolism caused by deep leg vein thrombosis. A pulmonary embolism is a blockage of one or more arteries in the lungs, most often caused by blood clots which travel in from other parts of he body. Unfortunately Heavy’s clot was formed in his legs. It’s likely that the MC developed deep vein thrombosis during the long transcontinental flight he took the day before he died, as he had just returned home to Los Angeles after a trip to London. As the coroner notes, he also suffered from cardiovascular disease, which also contributed to his passing. The MC's death has been classified as "natural". more
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[Spotted] The Face of Aaliyah Tattooed On Drake’s Back
12/26/2011 • 
So it appears the love Drake has for the late great Aaliyah is very real!! Over on KarenCivil.com this picture was posted of Drake and friends playing tennis. Although you can’t really see his face, that’s him rocking the white headband. Someone captured this shot of his back and if you look closely you can see Aaliyah’s face tatted with wings above her head. Rest In Peace Babygirl. Speaking of tatts click here to see the foolish chick that got drake’s name tatted across her FOREHEAD!! SMDH!! more
R.I.P: Hip-Hop Legend ‘Heavy D’ Dies at 44
11/08/2011 • 
Heavy D, the former leader of the hip-hop group Heavy D and the Boyz, has died at the age of 44. The rapper was rushed to a hospital in Los Angeles earlier this afternoon and was pronounced dead at 1 p.m. PT. Police are investigating his death but there are no signs of foul play. That's crazy because he was just performing like the old heavy on BET's Hip-Hop Awards last month. Rest In Peace Heavy. Head inside to peep the video of one of my fav tracks from Heavy D "Black Coffee". Shout out to all the chocolate girls!! -:) more
