Hip-Hop Pioneer: Irv Gotti Passes at 54

Irv Gotti, whose real name was Irving Domingo Lorenzo Jr., passed away on February 5, 2025, at the age of 54. While the exact cause of death has not been officially confirmed by his family or representatives, multiple sources report that he suffered a second stroke, following a previous stroke in 2024, and had been battling health issues related to diabetes. Posts found on X and various news outlets, including The Hollywood Reporter and AllHipHop, indicate that his death may have been linked to complications from these conditions, with some reports mentioning a brain bleed following the second stroke. However, without an official statement, the precise cause remains unconfirmed.