The late exec's Def Jam imprint sparked a run of hit R&B and rap records and catapulted Ja Rule and Ashanti to chart-topping heights.

Before launching Murder Inc. in New York City in 1998, Gotti worked as an A&R at Def Jam, where he helped bring DMX, Jay-Z ...

The producer, who died on Wednesday, built Murder Inc. into one of the most influential record labels of the early 2000s. His career was marred by a federal investigation and trial.

Irv Gotti, the famed hip-hop music executive from New York City, has died at the age of 54. Def Jam Recordings shared a ...

Murder Inc. Records co-founder and music producer Irv Gotti has passed away joining other famous Black people we’ve lost so ...

Irv has made a huge difference in the music industry. Learn more about him.

Irv Gotti, the record executive and entrepreneur has died at 54 years old. His cause of death is currently unknown.

Hip-hop icon and record executive Irving “Irv Gotti” Lorenzo Jr., the mastermind behind Murder Inc. Records, has died at 54.

Irv Gotti passed away at the age of 54. Born Irving Lorenzo, the music mogul has produced memorable tracks for a slew of stars including Ja Rule, Ashanti, Jay-Z and DMX. However, he also has worked on ...

Gotti reportedly suffered from heart-related issues and strokes over the years before he died in February 2025.

Irv Gotti, who founded Murder Inc. Records and produced albums for Ja Rule, Ashanti, and DMX, has died. He was 54. The ...

Irv Gotti, music producer, entrepreneur, and co-founder of Murder Inc. Records, has died. He was 54. His death was confirmed ...