DJ Clark Kent, the legendary producer whose worked with Jay-Z, Notorious B.I.G., Mariah Carey and more, has died at the age of 58.
His family confirmed his death in a statement posted to Instagram on Friday. “It is with deep sadness that we share the passing of the beloved Rodolfo A. Franklin, known to the world as DJ Clark Kent. Clark passed away Thursday evening surrounded by his devoted wife Kesha, daughter Kabriah and son Antonio,” read the statement. “Clark quietly and valiantly fought a three year battle with Colon Cancer, while continuing to share his gifts with the world. The family is grateful for everyone’s love, support and prayers during this time and ask for privacy as they process this immense loss.”
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News of the producer’s death comes two months after veteran radio personality Angie Martinez announced plans to make her directorial debut with feature-length documentary God’s Favorite DJ: The Story of DJ Clark Kent.
