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Ashanti Reacts to Irv Gotti’s Death in Emotional Tribute: ‘We Made History’

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Ashanti pays tribute to Irv Gotti on following his death, sharing a heartfelt message to honor the Murder Inc. Records founder.

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Atlanta Black Star

'We Weren't On the Best Terms': Ashanti Sets Aside Years of Resentment for Irv Gotti, Issues Shocking Tribute Following Turmoil, Affair Rumors and Scandal

R&B sensation Ashanti has shared a poignant tribute to Murder Inc. Records founder Irv Gotti, who passed away on Feb. 5 at the age of 54 following a stroke. The singer’s response comes after years of public tension and controversial claims about their past relationship. In a heartfelt Instagram post on Feb. 7, Ashanti addressed their complicated history while acknowledging Gotti’s significant impact on her career. “I can’t believe things ended l…

13 days ago·Atlanta, United States

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Afro

Hip-hop community mourns loss of Irv Gotti; Murder Inc. founder dies at 54

By Stacy M. BrownNNPA Newswire Senior National Correspondent@StacyBrownMedia(NNPA Newswire) – Hip-hop heavyweight and record executive Irving “Irv Gotti” Lorenzo Jr., the mastermind behind Murder Inc. Records, has died at 54. The cause of death has not been announced, though Gotti had battled diabetes-related issues and suffered multiple strokes in recent years.Record producer Irv Gotti arrives at the MTV Video Music Awards at the Prudential Cen…

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Billboard

Ashanti Reacts to Irv Gotti’s Death in Emotional Tribute: ‘We Made History’

Ashanti pays tribute to Irv Gotti on social media following his death, sharing a heartfelt message to honor the Murder Inc. Records founder.

14 days ago·United States

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Bossip

Classy Condolences: Ashanti Posts Tribute To Irv Gotti Despite Complic

Source: Johnny Nunez / Getty In the wake of the untimely passing of Irv Gotti, many wondered if the former First Lady of Murder, Inc., R&B singer Ashanti, would break her silence. And she finally did. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Ashanti (@ashanti) In a classy caption, the “Rock Wit U” songstress paid tribute to the late record producer while also acknowledging that the two had a complicated relationship at the time of his pass…

14 days ago·Atlanta, United States

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New Pittsburgh Courier

Hip-Hop mourns the loss of Irv Gotti, Murder Inc. founder dies at 54

Hip-hop icon and record executive Irving “Irv Gotti” Lorenzo Jr., the mastermind behind Murder Inc. Records, has died at 54. The cause of death has not been announced, though Gotti had battled diabetes-related issues and suffered multiple strokes in recent years. Def Jam co-founder Russell Simmons was among the first to pay tribute, calling attention to Gotti’s impact and the broader health crisis affecting Black men and women. “Brothers and sis…

14 days ago·Pittsburgh, United States

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Hipz Malaysia

Ashanti Honors Irv Gotti: “We Made History”

Singer pays tribute to the late music mogul, reflecting on their legacy despite past tensions February 10, 2025, / Ashanti has paid tribute to music executive and producer Irv Gotti, who passed away earlier this week at the age of 54. Gotti, born Irving Domingo Lorenzo Jr., was the visionary behind Murder Inc. Records, the early 2000s powerhouse label that launched the careers of Ashanti, Ja Rule, and other hip-hop and R&B artists. His death was…

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