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Recording industry insider Clarence Avant, who garnered the nickname of the "Godfather of Black Music," died at his Los Angeles home Sunday night, according to a family statement released Monday.
Clarence Avant, who boosted the careers of generations of musicians, entertainers, sports stars and politicians, has died. He was 92.
Clarence Avant Remembered for Helping Guide Political Careers of 3 Presidents The music industry executive had close ties with former Democratic presidents Jimmy Carter, Bill Clinton and Barack ...
Clarence Avant, the legendary music executive and film producer, was remembered throughout Hollywood Monday for his influence on the industry and the work that earned him the nickname "the Black ...
By HILLEL ITALIE AP National Writer NEW YORK (AP) — Clarence Avant, the judicious manager, entrepreneur, facilitator and adviser who helped launch or guide the careers of Quincy Jones, Bill ...
Recording industry insider Clarence Avant, who garnered the nickname of the "Godfather of Black Music," died at his Los Angeles home Sunday night, according to a family statement released Monday.
Music executive Clarence Avant and his wife, Jacqueline Avant, attend Netflix's "The Black Godfather" premiere at Paramount Studios Theatre on June 3, 2019, in Los Angeles.
Recording industry insider Clarence Avant, who garnered the nickname of the "Godfather of Black Music," died at his Los Angeles home Sunday night, according to a family statement released Monday.