USA Today

Clarence Avant, 'The Black Godfather' of music, dies at 92

Clarence Avant, the executive and businessman known as "The Black Godfather" of music and entertainment, died Sunday at 92. Avant died at his Los Angeles home, his son Alex Avant, daughter Nicole ...
Rolling Stone

Clarence Avant, Influential Music Exec Known as ‘The Black Godfather,’ Dead at 92

Clarence Avant, the veteran music and entertainment executive known as the “Black Godfather” who was hailed for his influence and guidance by Quincy Jones, Pharrell Williams, Snoop Dogg, Whitney ...
The Hollywood Reporter

Pharrell, Jay-Z’s Roc Nation, Bill Clinton and More Remember Clarence Avant: “The Ultimate Example of What Change Looks Like”

Hollywood music stars and figures remember the late "Godfather of Black Music." By Lexy Perez Senior Digital Editor and Producer A myriad of notable Hollywood stars and figures are remembering the ...
Rolling Stone

Pharrell Williams Pays Tribute to Clarence Avant on New Song ‘Letter To My Godfather’

Pharrell Williams pays tribute to influential music executive Clarence Avant in the producer-singer’s new track “Letter to My Godfather,” a song from the Netflix documentary The Black Godfather.
The Hollywood Reporter

Clarence Avant, “Godfather of Black Music,” Dies at 92

He managed Sarah Vaughan, discovered Bill Withers and advised countless people in the industry and beyond: "He’s been the silent architect of so many deals, it would make your head spin." By Mike ...