Known as “the Black Godfather,” he was also a film producer.
Clarence Avant, a music executive and film producer known as “the Black Godfather,” has died at age 92. Avant’s family said in a statement that he “passed away gently at home” on August 13. His two children, Nicole and Alex Avant, as well as his son-in-law, Netflix CEO Ted Sarandos, praised Avant’s “revolutionary business leadership.
” “Clarence leaves behind a loving family and a sea of friends and associates who have changed the world and will continue to change the world for generations to come,” they said. Avant’s death comes two years afterAvant got his start managing venues before working with singers including Little Willie John and Sarah Vaughan, along with the jazz organist Jimmy Smith.
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