Founder of Murder Inc. Records Irv Gotti died at the age of 54
6 february 2025 в 22:37
Murder Inc. Records executive, Irv Gotti (Irving Domingo Lorenzo Jr.), passed away at the age of 54 on Wednesday, February 5, 2025, The Hollywood Reporter reports. Irv became known in the music industry, working with successful musicians including Ashanti, DMX, and Ja Rule in the 90s and 2000s, working at Def Jam and founding Murder Inc. Records in 1998.
His three children, Angie, Sonny, and Jonathan, released a statement after his passing. «With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved father, Irving 'Irv Gotti' Lorenzo, on February 5, 2025», - they wrote via Instagram on Thursday, attaching a photo of Irv at the turntables in his childhood. «Surrounded by family and friends, he left this world, leaving a legacy that will forever remain in the hearts of those who knew him and in the lives of many he touched. Our father was an incredible man, a true visionary who transformed the hip-hop industry and changed the game for artists and fans. His passion for music and dedication to his craft inspired many, and his contributions will continue to impact future generations».
«As we navigate through this difficult time, we ask for privacy as we grieve the loss of our father, son, brother, uncle, and friend», - the statement continued. «We find comfort in knowing that his spirit will live on through his music and the love he shared with all of us. Thank you for your understanding and support during this challenging period». The trio signed the statement: «With love, Angie, Sonny, and Jay-Jay».
Here’s what you need to know about Irv Gotti’s children.
Born on June 26, 1970 in Queens, New York, he co-founded Murder Inc. with his brother Chris Gotti, solidifying his influence on the music scene in 1998. According to his Wikipedia page, he received producer credits for artists signed to the label including Kanye West, Jennifer Lopez, Eve, Lloyd, Fat Joe, and others. He was also the creator of the series Tales on BET.
According to THR, Irv welcomed three children with his ex-wife Debbie Lorenzo, from whom he divorced in 2013.
Angie Pearson, Sonny Lorenzo, and Jonathan «Jay-Jay» Wilson Lorenzo made the music executive a father three times. These were his three adult children who announced his death through social media on February 6. «I don’t know», - the late producer wrote via social media in April 2024 on Jay-Jay's birthday. «The older I get, the more I love spending time with my kids. And spoiling them. Happy birthday. Love you, Jay-Jay. I hope you’re happy»
His three children, Angie, Sonny, and Jonathan, released a statement after his passing. «With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved father, Irving 'Irv Gotti' Lorenzo, on February 5, 2025», - they wrote via Instagram on Thursday, attaching a photo of Irv at the turntables in his childhood. «Surrounded by family and friends, he left this world, leaving a legacy that will forever remain in the hearts of those who knew him and in the lives of many he touched. Our father was an incredible man, a true visionary who transformed the hip-hop industry and changed the game for artists and fans. His passion for music and dedication to his craft inspired many, and his contributions will continue to impact future generations».
«As we navigate through this difficult time, we ask for privacy as we grieve the loss of our father, son, brother, uncle, and friend», - the statement continued. «We find comfort in knowing that his spirit will live on through his music and the love he shared with all of us. Thank you for your understanding and support during this challenging period». The trio signed the statement: «With love, Angie, Sonny, and Jay-Jay».
Here’s what you need to know about Irv Gotti’s children.
Born on June 26, 1970 in Queens, New York, he co-founded Murder Inc. with his brother Chris Gotti, solidifying his influence on the music scene in 1998. According to his Wikipedia page, he received producer credits for artists signed to the label including Kanye West, Jennifer Lopez, Eve, Lloyd, Fat Joe, and others. He was also the creator of the series Tales on BET.
According to THR, Irv welcomed three children with his ex-wife Debbie Lorenzo, from whom he divorced in 2013.
Angie Pearson, Sonny Lorenzo, and Jonathan «Jay-Jay» Wilson Lorenzo made the music executive a father three times. These were his three adult children who announced his death through social media on February 6. «I don’t know», - the late producer wrote via social media in April 2024 on Jay-Jay's birthday. «The older I get, the more I love spending time with my kids. And spoiling them. Happy birthday. Love you, Jay-Jay. I hope you’re happy»
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