Legendary Hip-Hop producer and Murder Inc. co-founder Irv Gotti was declared dead at 54 on Wednesday February 5, 2025, following a severe health crisis.
The announcement made first by The Source Magazine, comes after reports of Gotti suffering multiple strokes and a brain bleed.
He had previously faced health challenges, including diabetes, which he described as “deteriorating” his body. Despite lifestyle changes, his health continued to decline, with recent images showing him walking with a cane and looking frail.
Fans and industry insiders have taken to social media, expressing grief and confusion as conflicting rumors suggest he was recently in a vegetative state and on life support.
Official representatives have remained silent, leaving speculation about the exact circumstances surrounding his passing. Gotti’s contributions to Hip-Hop, including collaborations with artists like Ashanti and Ja Rule, remain highly influential.
