Irv Gotti, the record executive and music producer who co-founded Murder Inc. Records, has passed away at age 54. Gotti is known for working closely with superstars like Ashanti, Ja Rule, and DMX.
RELATED: Prayers Up! Rep For Irv Gotti Confirms He Recently Suffered A Medical Emergency (Exclusive Details)
Details On Irv Gotti’s Passing
The Hollywood Reporter broke the news of the music mogul’s death, though his cause of death still remains unknown at this time. TMZ later confirmed the story, sharing that Irv Gotti’s family revealed he passed away in New York City on Wednesday, Feb. 5.
In August 2024, The Shade Room shared that Irv Gotti experienced a stroke, according to his representative. At the time, TMZ reported that music manager Wack 100 shared news about Gotti’s medical emergency during a podcast appearance. Wack also claimed that people were allegedly keeping his health issues “under wraps.” Irv, however, openly discussed his struggles with diabetes, admitting he often skipped taking insulin. TMZ also noted that doctors reportedly urged him to change his diet, but he confessed he had a hard time sticking to it.
More About Irv Gotti’s Career & Legacy
Irv Gotti built a legacy career in hip-hop over the years. He produced ‘Can I Live’ on Jay-Z’s iconic ‘Reasonable Doubt’ album. During his time at Def Jam, he signed the late DMX and served as executive producer for the rapper’s debut album, ‘It’s Dark and Hell is Hot.’
Gotti later launched his own record label, Murder Inc., under Def Jam, kicking things off with Ja Rule’s debut album, ‘Venni Vetti Vecci.’
Social Media & Celebrities Share Reactions To Irv Gotti’s Tragic Passing
Once Irv Gotti’s death was confirmed, friends and celebrities started recalling special memories with him on Instagram and reacting to the news. Jamie Foxx, Lance Gross, Kanye West, Tyrin Turner, and Marc Lamont Hill all showed love and shared their condolences. Swipe below to see some of their posts.
While social media users flooded The Shade Room’s comment section with condolences, reflecting on Irv Gotti’s impact with Murder Inc. and the iconic hits he helped create.
Instagram user @luv_my_butterfly wrote, “Murder Inc put out a ton of hits. Prayers to his family, friends, & fans. Sad day for Hip Hop! RIP 🙏🏽🕊️”
Instagram user @snackaveli864 wrote, “Rip To a pioneer. Before 50 murder inc was the early 2000’s young money records.”
While Instagram user @charlizeiyanna wrote, “54 is so young 😢”
Then Instagram user @christina_mcallister87 wrote, “Lawddd… I told February to get in here, sit down and don’t touch nothing!!! Smh… 😩😩 RIP”
Another Instagram user @iamlalavuitton wrote, “Glad he got his flowers on Drink Champs while he was alive 🙏🏾”
Instagram user @bml._ wrote, “Dang I just seen this on fb and was hoping it wasn’t true 😢 rip gotti ☹️🥺”
While another Instagram user @afewgaineybluez wrote, “Oh my goodness— murder inc music def shaped my middle school, high school, & early college years 🕊️”
Instagram user @muvachinkk__ wrote, “He gave us the best music from his label you just had to be there. Damn 😢 RIP 🕊️”
Finally, Instagram user @dglewis_ wrote, “We’ve lost so many hip hop legends within the last 2 years…….. We gotta appreciate them 🤞🏾”
