DJ Clark Kent, a hip-hop pioneer with production credits on hits for Jay-Z, Notorious B.I.G. and Mariah Carey, has died at the age of 58. The musician, who has become a legendary figurehead in hip-hop over the past few decades,

DJ Clark Kent, the legendary producer behind numerous classic hip-hop records and artists, has died at the age of 58. His family confirmed his death in a statement posted to social media on Friday. "It is with deep sadness that we share the passing of the beloved Rodolfo A.

"The family is grateful for everyone’s love, support and prayers during this time and ask for privacy as they process this immense loss," read the statement shared via his Instagram account on Friday.

The record producer will soon be the subject of a documentary, 'God’s Favorite DJ: The Story of DJ Clark Kent.'

The hip-hop community is grieving the loss of DJ Clark Kent, an influential producer and DJ whose impact on music and culture spanned decades. Born Rodolfo A. Franklin, Clark Kent […] The post Beloved Hip-Hop Icon DJ Clark Kent Passes Away at 56,

DJ Clark Kent, the iconic producer behind classic records from Hip-Hop biggest names, has died at the age of 57. The unfortunate news was confirmed via Kent, born Rodolfo A. Franklin’s, personal Instagram page.