David Bridges
Followers and sneakerheads are mourning the lack of DJ Clark Kent. The legendary DJ and hip-hop producer, also called Rodolfo A. Franklin, handed away at age 58 on Thursday (Oct. 24).
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Particulars On DJ Clark Kent’s Passing
Billboard reviews that DJ Clark Kent misplaced his battle with colon most cancers after three years. His household confirmed his passing in a press release shared on the New York native’s Instagram web page on Friday, (Oct. 25). The assertion mentions that Clark Kent spent his last moments along with his spouse, Kesha, and his youngsters, Kabriah and Antonio.
“It’s with deep disappointment that we share the passing of the beloved Rodolfo A. Franklin, identified to the world as DJ Clark Kent. Clark handed away Thursday night surrounded by his devoted spouse Kesha, daughter Kabriah and son Antonio.”
Moreover, his household expressed gratitude for everybody’s assist however requested privateness throughout this troublesome time.
“Clark quietly and valiantly fought a 3 12 months battle with Colon Most cancers, whereas persevering with to share his presents with the world. The household is grateful for everybody’s love, assist and prayers throughout this time and ask for privateness as they course of this immense loss,” the assertion continued.
Clark Kent launched his profession within the ’80s and achieved his first massive hit in 1995 by producing Junior M.A.F.I.A and The Infamous B.I.G.’s ‘Participant’s Anthem,’ which peaked at No. 13 on the Billboard Scorching 100 and marked Lil’ Kim’s debut. TMZ notes that he additionally collaborated with Jay-Z to provide a number of tracks from Hov’s iconic debut album, ‘Affordable Doubt,’ in 1996. These tracks included ‘Brooklyn’s Most interesting’ that includes Biggie Smalls, ‘Coming of Age,’ and ‘Cashmere Ideas.’
Within the late ’90s, Clark Kent found Unhealthy Boy rapper-turned-politician Shyne. He was additionally a outstanding determine within the sneaker tradition, amassing a group of over 3,500 pairs by 2019, per Billboard.
Social Media Reacts
Followers and superstar associates, like Rick Ross and Peter Gunz, flooded The Shade Room’s remark part with love following the information of Clark Kent’s passing.
petergunz174 wrote, “My Man!! Relaxation effectively king.” and @richforever wrote, “🙏🏾”
Instagram person @cultchathrowback wrote, “R.I.P. DJ Clark Kent he produced so many dope hip hop tracks 😢”
Instagram person @thesamplelounge wrote, “Too many musical legends misplaced this 12 months 😢”
Whereas Instagram person @magicalandmelanated wrote, “Rattling. Most cancers sucks! Condolences to his household. 🙏🏾😢”
Then Instagram person @unforgetta.bull wrote, “Sneaker group misplaced a 🐐 as effectively….prayers to his household.”
One other Instagram person @jayt.music wrote, “Relaxation in Peace to a hip hop legend. Gamers anthem with biggie and Kim modified the sport man 🔥🔥”
Lastly, Instagram person @djblord wrote, “God bless his soul. At all times wished to have a dialog with him. RIP to the true definition of a legend 🕊️”
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