Mourning the Loss of Mister Cee: Hip-Hop Icon Passes Away at 57, Leaving the Community in Grief

From Notorious B.I.'s early days. Before 50 Cent emerged, Mister Cee played a crucial role in the NYC rap scene and the success of many top performers. Calvin Lebrun, also known as The Entertainer, has died at 57, according to Audacy, the parent company of radio station 94.7 The Block. Cee had a weekday show playing throwback hits, but sadly she passed away suddenly at age 94. Mister Cee, a Block colleague and friend, left a lasting mark on NYC's music and lifestyle culture."

Skip Dillard, the brand manager of 94.7 The Block, also commented on Mr. Cee's passing is a heartbreaking loss for the Block family, who are grateful for the opportunity to work with such an influential figure in NYC's contemporary music history. Dillard posted a heartfelt message on X, saying, "Your legacy will live on," along with a photo of the DJ. God bless your family and rest well. Great job, @djmistercee. Mister Cee, a Brooklyn-born influential DJ, passed away. He had worked for 21 years at New York City's Hot 97. No cause of death was given. The radio station released a statement on April 10 about Mister Cee's death, expressing their deep sadness. He was more than a DJ, he was a station pillar, bringing joy to listeners with his legendary sets. Cee's influence extended beyond airwaves, shaping NYC's DJ culture. Our hearts are heavy as we send love to his family and fans whose lives he touched through his music. Rest, Mr. Cee.

'Mister Cee, born in 1966 in Bedford-Stuyvesant, Brooklyn.' His interest in becoming a DJ was fueled by his uncle, neighbor, and listening to the World Famous Supreme Team on the radio, according to a November 2023 interview. Mister Cee gained fame as Big Daddy Kane's DJ in the late 80s and also played a role in introducing Notorious B.I.G. As the executive producer of the 1994 album 'Ready to Die', Mister Cee said, "I knew he was dope." I didn't anticipate his transformation before his death. I actively sought listeners for him. He launched careers of Jay-Z, Alicia Keys, and 50 Cent, per Hot 97. R.I.P to Mr.

"Sending my condolences to Cee and his loved ones. 50 Cent wrote on X, who left Hot 97 in 2013 amidst controversy surrounding his resignation after admitting to engagement with transgender women and pleading guilty to loitering for the purpose of engaging in a prostitution offense." He left, highlighting the rap scene's homophobia and transphobia, after facing shame and criticism for his sexuality. He briefly returned and left again in 2014.

Fans mourned the death of Notorious B after it was announced on April 10 on 94.7 The Block. I.G's ‘‘Sky's the Limit‘‘ in memory, per Audacy. "DJ Mr Cee was crucial to my 90s hip-hop mixtape collection," one fan wrote on X. "I constantly hear Kane in my head saying, 'Mister Cee step to em.'" Mister Cee RIP, as one fan mourned the loss. Memphis Bleek paid tribute to the legend and good friend, MR Cee, flying high as brothers. "One fan tweeted, 'I didn't even know Mr Cee personally, but he was a part of my daily routine.'"