Chris Lighty Has Died

Hip Hop Mogul Chris Lighty was found dead this morning in his Bronx,NY apartment.  Sources are stating Lighty shot himself after an argument with his estranged wife. Lighty is best known for Hip Hop’s well-respected management team Violator. He has managed acts such as Mariah Carey, 50 Cent, Diddy, and Ja Rule. According to  reports Lighty was outside his South Riverdale apartment about 11:30 am arguing with his wife before the shooting.  After the argument suddenly a gun shot was heard and he was found face up with a 9-mm pistol next to his body. Police are saying that he was having problems with his wife and financial troubles that included owing 5 million dollars to the IRS. Shortly before his death he had merged with another management company to continue his business. It has sadden me today to have lost yet another important figure in music. This story is still in development. Rest in Peace Chris Lighty he was only 44.