Legendary Music Mogul Clarence Avant Passes Away at 92

Clarence Avant, a renowned music executive and film producer known as "the Black Godfather," has passed away at the age of 92. Avant's family confirmed his death, praising his revolutionary business leadership and leaving behind a loving family and a vast network of friends and associates. Avant's career spanned managing venues, working with notable artists, promoting tours, and producing films. He sold his companies in 2018 and was the subject of a documentary in 2019. Avant was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 2021.