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TV One’s “Celebrity Crime Files” returns with a in-depth look into the death of music industry executive, Chris Lighty. Derrick “D-Nice” Jones joined Roland Martin on…

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Darrell Steven Lighty was given the nickname “Baby Chris” as a young kid, which later became the hip-hop mogul known as Chris Lighty. Chris Lighty…

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Legendary hip-hop manager Chris Lighty has boasted a roster of incredibly talented artists and entrepreneurs. The Violator CEO’s list of entertainers was so vast, that…

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When news reports surfaced saying hip-hop manager Chris Lighty died, the whole hip-hop community was saddened. In the midst of everyone’s grief, there were people…

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Hearing N.O.R.E speak about his late mentor and friend Chris Lighty isn’t easy. Even now, seven months after the hip-hop mogul was found dead in…

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The death of pioneering music executive–Chris Lighty–was ruled suicide by officials. Friends and family are calling for an investigation, however. MUST READ: NEW DETAILS EMERGE:…

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Chris “Baby Chris” Lighty was an instrumental figure in the growth and advancement of hip-hop music, business and culture. His death comes as a shock…

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A gray cloud hovers over the Hip Hop world as veterans, musicians and anyone who has been influenced in any way by Chris Lighty, mourn…

Various sources have confirmed that pioneering hip-hop executive Chris Lighty has died. The native of the Bronx died today of a self-inflicted gunshot wound. The powerhouse behind Violater Records and management guided the careers of hip-hop heavyweights like 50 Cent, Busta Rhymes and Missy Elliot. Lighty’s company also managed Mariah Carey, Diddy, Three 6 Mafia […]

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Hip-hop executive Chris Lighty (pictured) has died from an apparent suicide. The native of the Bronx died today of a self-inflicted gunshot wound, according to…