NEW YORK – DJ Mister Cee, a cherished and influential figure in hip-hop, known for his DJ work with rapper Big Daddy Kane and his role in discovering The Notorious B.I.G., has passed away.
He was 57.
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Mister Cee was most famously known for his role on New York’s Hot 97 hip-hop radio station.
“As a family at HOT 97 and WBLS, we’re deeply saddened by the passing of our beloved Mister Cee,” reads the statement posted on Hot 97′s site. “He wasn’t just a DJ; he was a pillar of our stations, bringing joy to countless listeners with his legendary Throwback at Noon and Friday Night Live sets.”
“Mr. Cee’s influence stretched far beyond the airwaves, shaping the very fabric of NYC’s DJ culture,” the statement goes on to read. “Our hearts are heavy as we send our love and condolences to his family and the fans whose lives he touched through his music. Rest easy, Mr. Cee. Your legacy will live forever.”
No cause of death was shared.