Chris Lighty's Death: Celebrity Reaction

After the death of hip-hop mogul Chris Lighty was reported on Thursday, many entertainment industry insiders expressed their grief and shock. Suggested Reading Everything You Need To Know About Fredi Washington, The Black Hollywood Star Who Refused To Pass As White 13 Disturbing Truths About Black Maternal Health They Don’t Want You to See Black…

Stacy-Ann Ellis

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August 30, 2012

After the death of hip-hop mogul Chris Lighty was reported on Thursday, many entertainment industry insiders expressed their grief and shock.

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A-list musicians and actors including John Legend, Rihanna and Omar Epps took to Twitter to share their personal stories and extend condolences to his family.

I Would Be Nothing Without YOU!!! My Kids Appreciate YOU God Bless Chris Lighty
— FAT JOE (@fatjoe) August 30, 2012

RIP Chris Lighty. my condolences to the family and loved ones.
— Sean Don (@BigSean) August 30, 2012

Just woke up to the worst news. Damn homie. Im so confused about this. RIP Chris Lighty.

— Bun B (@BunBTrillOG) August 30, 2012

rest in peace Chris Lighty. thank you for everything

— Childish Gambino (@DonaldGlover) August 30, 2012

RIP to my ol music mentor Chris Lighty. U will be deeply missed.

— Havoc(@THEREALHAVOC) August 30, 2012

God bless the loved ones of Chris Lighty. May God's grace be clear and evident to them all.
— Lecrae (@lecrae) August 30, 2012

Rest peacefully Chris Lighty, my prayers go out to family and loved ones! Dear God please have mercy
— Rihanna (@rihanna) August 30, 2012

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R I P to the kindest guy Chris Lighty. Thank you for being a manager to Diggy & a part of our family.. You are loved & will be missed
— Rev Run (@RevRunWisdom) August 30, 2012

RIP Chris Lighty. Hip-hop visionary.
— John Legend (@johnlegend) August 30, 2012

RIP Chris Lighty. Your light will be missed.
— Lauren London (@LaurenLondon) August 30, 2012

So sad to hear the news about hip-hop mogul Chris Lighty passing. My prayers go out to his family.
— Earvin Magic Johnson (@MagicJohnson) August 30, 2012

Chris Lighty was a pioneer in hip hop & the music biz period! He was a good man & a good friend. Prayers for his family & his children..
— OMAR EPPS (@omarepps) August 30, 2012

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