The 'Black Godfather of music' Clarence Avant dies aged 92
His family confirmed the news and said Avant died ‘gently’ at home in LA.
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His family confirmed the news and said Avant died ‘gently’ at home in LA.
Clarence Avant, an executive, label owner, dealmaker and mentor known as the "Godfather of Black Music," has died. He was 92.
Clarence Avant was a behind-the-scenes titan of managing, deal making and problem solving across the full spectrum of Black entertainment.
Clarence Avant, whose unofficial title, the 'Black Godfather,' spanned the worlds of music, sports, entertainment and politics, died Sunday at 92.
Avant, who was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 2021, died at his home in Los Angeles on Sunday, his family said.