According to VIBE, Violator Management founder Chris Lighty has passed away.
Violator has worked with stars such as Mariah Carey, Busta Rhymes, Q-Tip, Missy Elliott, Fantasia, Mýa, Diggy Simmons, Cormega, Ja Rule, Mobb Deep, LL Cool J, Nas, and more.
Jeff Robinson, who was close to Lighty, confirmed the tragic news on Twitter.
Jeff Robinson @thejeffrobi
Stay tuned for more on this developing story.
More industry insiders have sent their condolences.
Karen Ciѵil (@KarenCivi
Decon (@Decon) RIP Chris Lighty. Our deepest condolences to his friends, family & team.
SCRAM JONES (@SCRAMJONE
dream hampton @dreamhampt
isis @isarias Just called to confirm it. My heart goes out… They’re going too soon…. RIP @clighty. #prayersup
Pill @Pill4180 Wow!! R.I.P Chris Lighty…. Hip-Hop Legend responsible for many careers in the music industry.
Ghostface Killah @GhostfaceK