Chris Lighty
American music manager (1968-2012)
Chris Lighty (May 8, 1968 – August 30, 2012) was an American music executive and a talent agent. He helped many artists and musicians during his career. Lighty was "one of the most powerful figures in the hip-hop business". Lighty was also the founder of Violator, a record label.
Chris Lighty | |
|---|---|
| Born | May 8, 1968 |
| Died | August 30, 2012 (aged 44) The Bronx, New York, U.S. |
| Cause of death | Suicide by shooting |
| Occupation(s) | Music executive, Talent agent |
Lighty was born in The Bronx, New York City on May 8, 1968. He committed suicide by shooting himself on August 30, 2012 in his home in The Bronx. He was 44 years old.[1]
References
change- ↑ Kemp, Joe (August 30, 2012). "Hip-hop manager Chris Lighty dead after shooting himself outside his Bronx apartment: cops". Daily News. Retrieved August 30, 2012.
Other websites
change- Chris Lighty on IMDb
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