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1. Clarence Avant, 'Black Godfather' of entertainment, and benefactor of athletes and politicians, dies - The Associated Press

   Clarence Avant, 'Black Godfather' of entertainment, and benefactor of athletes and politicians, dies  The Associated Press

2. Clarence Avant, Mighty Engine Behind Black Superstars, Dies at 92 - The New York Times

   Clarence Avant, Mighty Engine Behind Black Superstars, Dies at 92  The New York Times

3. Clarence Avant, ‘Godfather of Black Music,’ dies at his home in Los Angeles - LA Daily News

   Clarence Avant, ‘Godfather of Black Music,’ dies at his home in Los Angeles  LA Daily News

4. Clarence Avant, 'The Black Godfather' of music, dies at 92 - Yahoo Movies Canada

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

5. Clarence Avant, “Godfather of Black Music,” Dies at 92 - Hollywood Reporter

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

6. Clarence Avant, Godfather of Black music, has died at 92 - NPR

   Clarence Avant, Godfather of Black music, has died at 92  NPR

7. LA Times Today: Former ambassador, producer, activist and now author Nicole Avant joins the L.A. Times Festival of ... - Los Angeles Times

   LA Times Today: Former ambassador, producer, activist and now author Nicole Avant joins the L.A. Times Festival of...  Los Angeles Times

8. Clarence Avant was the guy who made sure Black stars got paid - Andscape

   Clarence Avant was the guy who made sure Black stars got paid  Andscape

9. R.I.P. Clarence Avant, Godfather of Black Entertainment (1931-2023) | Tributes - Roger Ebert

   R.I.P. Clarence Avant, Godfather of Black Entertainment (1931-2023) | Tributes  Roger Ebert

10. Clarence Avant, trailblazing record executive known as 'The Black Godfather,' dies at 92 - ABC News

    Clarence Avant, trailblazing record executive known as 'The Black Godfather,' dies at 92  ABC News

11. Clarence Avant, 'Godfather of Black Music,' Dies at 92 - The Daily Beast

    Clarence Avant, 'Godfather of Black Music,' Dies at 92  The Daily Beast

12. Clarence Avant, the ‘Godfather of Black Entertainment,’ Dies at 92 - Variety

    Clarence Avant, the ‘Godfather of Black Entertainment,’ Dies at 92  Variety

13. Beverly Hills Mourns Clarence Avant - Beverly Hills Courier

    Beverly Hills Mourns Clarence Avant  Beverly Hills Courier

14. ‘The Black Godfather’ Changed the Music Business Forever. He Was Also My Dad - Rolling Stone

    ‘The Black Godfather’ Changed the Music Business Forever. He Was Also My Dad  Rolling Stone

15. Clarence Avant Obituary (1931 - 2023) - Legacy.com

    Clarence Avant Obituary (1931 - 2023)  Legacy.com

16. Clarence Avant, nicknamed the ‘Godfather of Black Music,’ dies at 92: Reports - KTLA Los Angeles

    Clarence Avant, nicknamed the ‘Godfather of Black Music,’ dies at 92: Reports  KTLA Los Angeles

17. Clarence Avant ‘Godfather of Black Music’ dies at 92 - FOX 11 Los Angeles

    Clarence Avant ‘Godfather of Black Music’ dies at 92  FOX 11 Los Angeles

18. Clarence Avant Dies: “Godfather Of Black Music” & L.A. Radio Pioneer Was 92 - Deadline

    Clarence Avant Dies: “Godfather Of Black Music” & L.A. Radio Pioneer Was 92  Deadline

19. Clarence Avant, the 'Black Godfather' of the recording industry, dies at 92 - Los Angeles Times

    Clarence Avant, the 'Black Godfather' of the recording industry, dies at 92  Los Angeles Times

20. Clarence Avant, ‘Godfather of Black music’, dies aged 92 - The Guardian

    Clarence Avant, ‘Godfather of Black music’, dies aged 92  The Guardian

21. LDF Mourns Former Board Member, Entertainment Icon Clarence Avant - NAACP Legal Defense and Educational Fund

    LDF Mourns Former Board Member, Entertainment Icon Clarence Avant  NAACP Legal Defense and Educational Fund

22. Clarence Avant, Influential Music Exec Known as ‘The Black Godfather,’ Dead at 92 - Rolling Stone

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

23. Clinton, Obama, Carter: The political power of Clarence Avant - Los Angeles Times

    Clinton, Obama, Carter: The political power of Clarence Avant  Los Angeles Times

24. Clarence Avant, Former Motown Chairman and ‘Godfather of Black Music,’ Dies at 92 - Billboard

    Clarence Avant, Former Motown Chairman and ‘Godfather of Black Music,’ Dies at 92  Billboard

25. Clarence Avant Honored by Rev. Jesse Jackson, Bill Clinton, Jay-Z’s Roc Nation, Sony Publishing’s Jon Platt, Diddy and More - Variety

    Clarence Avant Honored by Rev. Jesse Jackson, Bill Clinton, Jay-Z’s Roc Nation, Sony Publishing’s Jon Platt, Diddy and More  Variety

26. Clarence Avant Dead: 'The Godfather of Black Music' Was 92 - LAmag - Los Angeles Magazine

    Clarence Avant Dead: 'The Godfather of Black Music' Was 92 - LAmag  Los Angeles Magazine

27. Music Exec Clarence Avant Helped the Careers of Presidents Obama, Clinton, Carter - TheWrap

    Music Exec Clarence Avant Helped the Careers of Presidents Obama, Clinton, Carter  TheWrap

28. Nicole Avant Decided Against 'Victimhood' After Her Mother's Murder - TheWrap

    Nicole Avant Decided Against 'Victimhood' After Her Mother's Murder  TheWrap

29. Clarence Avant, Executive Known as the 'Godfather of Black Entertainment,' Dies at 92 - TheWrap

    Clarence Avant, Executive Known as the 'Godfather of Black Entertainment,' Dies at 92  TheWrap

30. Clarence Avant, music executive known as 'Black Godfather,' dies at 92 - The Washington Post

    Clarence Avant, music executive known as 'Black Godfather,' dies at 92  The Washington Post

31. Clarence Avant, 'Black Godfather' Of Music, Dead At 92 - TMZ

    Clarence Avant, 'Black Godfather' Of Music, Dead At 92  TMZ

32. Clarence Avant, “The Black Godfather,” Dead At 92 - Vibe

    Clarence Avant, “The Black Godfather,” Dead At 92  Vibe

33. Celebrities Pay Tribute to Clarence Avant, 'Godfather of Black Entertainment' - PEOPLE

    Celebrities Pay Tribute to Clarence Avant, 'Godfather of Black Entertainment'  PEOPLE

34. Clarence Avant Remembered: Bill Clinton, Quincy Jones, Pharrell & More Pay Tribute - Billboard

    Clarence Avant Remembered: Bill Clinton, Quincy Jones, Pharrell & More Pay Tribute  Billboard

35. Clarence Avant Dead: 'Black Godfather' of Music Was 92 - Vulture

    Clarence Avant Dead: 'Black Godfather' of Music Was 92  Vulture

36. Clarence Avant, 'Godfather of Black Entertainment' Dead at 92 - PEOPLE

    Clarence Avant, 'Godfather of Black Entertainment' Dead at 92  PEOPLE

37. Clarence Avant, 'The Black Godfather' of music, dies at 92 - USA TODAY

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

38. 'Black Godfather' Clarence Avant dies at 92 - Greensboro News & Record

    'Black Godfather' Clarence Avant dies at 92  Greensboro News & Record

39. Remembering Clarence Avant: The Black Godfather, Renowned Entertainment Mentor & Recording Academy Honoree - The GRAMMYs

    Remembering Clarence Avant: The Black Godfather, Renowned Entertainment Mentor & Recording Academy Honoree  The GRAMMYs

40. 'Black Godfather' director Reginald Hudlin on Clarence Avant: 'His effect is literally immeasurable' - Los Angeles Times

    'Black Godfather' director Reginald Hudlin on Clarence Avant: 'His effect is literally immeasurable'  Los Angeles Times

41. Clarence Avant, music executive, 1931-2023 - Financial Times

    Clarence Avant, music executive, 1931-2023  Financial Times

42. Clarence Avant, 'The Black Godfather,' Dies At 92 - Pollstar

    Clarence Avant, 'The Black Godfather,' Dies At 92  Pollstar

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

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

44. Clarence Avant, nicknamed the ‘Godfather of Black Music,’ dies at 92 - WATE 6 On Your Side

    Clarence Avant, nicknamed the ‘Godfather of Black Music,’ dies at 92  WATE 6 On Your Side

45. Clarence Avant, “Godfather of Black Music,” Dies at 92 - Pitchfork

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

46. Remembering Clarence Avant: Entertainment Trailblazer and "Black Godfather" Dies at 92 - Essence

    Remembering Clarence Avant: Entertainment Trailblazer and "Black Godfather" Dies at 92  Essence

47. Peers And Admirers Hail 'Brilliant Catalyst' And 'Black Godfather' Clarence Avant - uDiscover Music

    Peers And Admirers Hail 'Brilliant Catalyst' And 'Black Godfather' Clarence Avant  uDiscover Music

48. Clarence Avant dead: 'Black Godfather' of music was 92 - Entertainment Weekly News

    Clarence Avant dead: 'Black Godfather' of music was 92  Entertainment Weekly News

49. Clarence Avant, 'Godfather of Black Music', passes away at 92 - USA TODAY

    Clarence Avant, 'Godfather of Black Music', passes away at 92  USA TODAY

50. Clarence Avant, a major power broker in music, sports and politics, has died at 92 - University of South Florida

    Clarence Avant, a major power broker in music, sports and politics, has died at 92  University of South Florida

51. Clarence Avant, 'The Black Godfather' of Entertainment, Dead at 92 - Entertainment Tonight

    Clarence Avant, 'The Black Godfather' of Entertainment, Dead at 92  Entertainment Tonight

52. REMEMBERING INDUSTRY LEGEND CLARENCE AVANT - HITS Daily Double

    REMEMBERING INDUSTRY LEGEND CLARENCE AVANT  HITS Daily Double

53. Clarence Avant, a major power broker in music, sports and politics, has died at 92 - WUSF

    Clarence Avant, a major power broker in music, sports and politics, has died at 92  WUSF

54. Clarence Avant, 'Godfather of Black Music' Dies at 92 - Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

    Clarence Avant, 'Godfather of Black Music' Dies at 92  Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

55. Clarence Avant Remembered as an ‘Incredible Force of Nature’ By UMPG President Evan Lamberg at City of Hope’s Closing the Care Gap Event - Variety

    Clarence Avant Remembered as an ‘Incredible Force of Nature’ By UMPG President Evan Lamberg at City of Hope’s Closing the Care Gap Event  Variety

56. 'The Black Godfather' of Entertainment Clarence Avant Dead at 92: Clive Davis, JAY-Z and More Pay Tribute - Entertainment Tonight

    'The Black Godfather' of Entertainment Clarence Avant Dead at 92: Clive Davis, JAY-Z and More Pay Tribute  Entertainment Tonight

57. “Godfather Of Black Music” Clarence Avant dies aged 92 - Euronews

    “Godfather Of Black Music” Clarence Avant dies aged 92  Euronews

58. Celebrities pay tribute to 'visionary' Clarence Avant following death age 92 - The Independent

    Celebrities pay tribute to 'visionary' Clarence Avant following death age 92  The Independent

59. A look at the legacy of Clarence Avant, legendary Black entertainment manager from NC - WFDD

    A look at the legacy of Clarence Avant, legendary Black entertainment manager from NC  WFDD

60. Six Degrees Of Clarence Avant: Photos Of The Black Godfather Hanging With Black Hollywood - Black America Web

    Six Degrees Of Clarence Avant: Photos Of The Black Godfather Hanging With Black Hollywood  Black America Web

61. Clarence Avant, legendary recording-industry executive, dies at age 92 - CBS News

    Clarence Avant, legendary recording-industry executive, dies at age 92  CBS News

62. Clarence Avant, ‘Godfather of Black Music,’ dies at 92 - TODAY

    Clarence Avant, ‘Godfather of Black Music,’ dies at 92  TODAY

63. Clarence Avant net worth: Fortune explored as 'Godfather of Black Music' dies age 92 - Sportskeeda

    Clarence Avant net worth: Fortune explored as 'Godfather of Black Music' dies age 92  Sportskeeda

64. Nicole Avant Opens Up About Forgiveness After Tragedy - BET

    Nicole Avant Opens Up About Forgiveness After Tragedy  BET

65. Clarence Avant, the 'Black Godfather' of Music, Dies at 92 - The Root

    Clarence Avant, the 'Black Godfather' of Music, Dies at 92  The Root

66. Nicole Avant Interview on New Book 'Think You'll Be Happy', Mother's Death - Town & Country

    Nicole Avant Interview on New Book 'Think You'll Be Happy', Mother's Death  Town & Country

67. Clarence Avant – 'The Godfather of Black Music' – Passes Away at 92 – Los Angeles Sentinel - Lasentinel

    Clarence Avant – 'The Godfather of Black Music' – Passes Away at 92 – Los Angeles Sentinel  Lasentinel

68. Clarence Avant saluted by Clintons, Questlove, Mayor Bass - Los Angeles Times

    Clarence Avant saluted by Clintons, Questlove, Mayor Bass  Los Angeles Times

69. Clarence Avant, ‘The Black Godfather,’ dead at 92 - Fox News

    Clarence Avant, ‘The Black Godfather,’ dead at 92  Fox News

70. Clarence Avant passed away at 92. From nightclub manager in New Jersey to 'The Black Godfather' of music, - The Economic Times

    Clarence Avant passed away at 92. From nightclub manager in New Jersey to 'The Black Godfather' of music,  The Economic Times

71. Clarence Avant, pioneering Black entertainment executive, dies at 92 - The FADER

    Clarence Avant, pioneering Black entertainment executive, dies at 92  The FADER

72. Nicole Avant's mom's text before her murder inspired memoir - Los Angeles Times

    Nicole Avant's mom's text before her murder inspired memoir  Los Angeles Times

73. Greensboro native Clarence Avant remembered by area politician who knew him; ‘An extraordinary leader and caring friend’ - WGHP FOX8 Greensboro

    Greensboro native Clarence Avant remembered by area politician who knew him; ‘An extraordinary leader and caring friend’  WGHP FOX8 Greensboro

74. The Most Valuable Lesson Clarence Avant Taught Me - Billboard

    The Most Valuable Lesson Clarence Avant Taught Me  Billboard

75. Diddy Pens Heartfelt Tribute to Clarence Avant - Complex

    Diddy Pens Heartfelt Tribute to Clarence Avant  Complex

76. For Clarence Avant, Legacy Was Always the Mission - Okayplayer

    For Clarence Avant, Legacy Was Always the Mission  Okayplayer

77. Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis Pay Tribute to Clarence Avant: 'He Helped Us Understand Our Value' - Billboard

    Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis Pay Tribute to Clarence Avant: 'He Helped Us Understand Our Value'  Billboard

78. Clarence Avant, the 'Godfather of Black Music' and Former Motown Chairman, Dies at 92 - BET

    Clarence Avant, the 'Godfather of Black Music' and Former Motown Chairman, Dies at 92  BET

79. Keke Palmer, Jermaine Dupri and the Late Clarence Avant to Be Honored by Black Music Action Coalition - Hollywood Reporter

    Keke Palmer, Jermaine Dupri and the Late Clarence Avant to Be Honored by Black Music Action Coalition  Hollywood Reporter

80. Music icon Clarence Avant's wife shot dead in Beverly Hills home - Yahoo Singapore News

    Music icon Clarence Avant's wife shot dead in Beverly Hills home  Yahoo Singapore News

81. Clarence Avant, the 'Godfather of black music,' dies aged 92 at Los Angeles home just 20 months after wife was - Daily Mail

    Clarence Avant, the 'Godfather of black music,' dies aged 92 at Los Angeles home just 20 months after wife was  Daily Mail

82. REMEMBERING CLARENCE AND JACQUELINE AVANT - HITS Daily Double

    REMEMBERING CLARENCE AND JACQUELINE AVANT  HITS Daily Double

83. Clarence Avant, Rock Hall of Fame Inductee, Dead at 92 - Ultimate Classic Rock

    Clarence Avant, Rock Hall of Fame Inductee, Dead at 92  Ultimate Classic Rock

84. Clarence Avant, 'Black Godfather' of showbiz, dead at 92 - New York Daily News

    Clarence Avant, 'Black Godfather' of showbiz, dead at 92  New York Daily News

85. Entertainment industry legend Clarence Avant, the ‘Black Godfather,' dies at 92 - NBC Southern California

    Entertainment industry legend Clarence Avant, the ‘Black Godfather,' dies at 92  NBC Southern California

86. Nicole Avant says she found inspiration in mother's final text message before her death: "I don't believe in coincidences" - CBS News

    Nicole Avant says she found inspiration in mother's final text message before her death: "I don't believe in coincidences"  CBS News

87. Clarence Avant death: Famous faces including Barack Obama and Pharrell Williams lead tribute to 'Godfather of - Daily Mail

    Clarence Avant death: Famous faces including Barack Obama and Pharrell Williams lead tribute to 'Godfather of  Daily Mail

88. Clarence Avant, the 'Godfather of Black Music,' and Mentor to Jay-Z and Whitney Houston, Dead at 92 - Complex

    Clarence Avant, the 'Godfather of Black Music,' and Mentor to Jay-Z and Whitney Houston, Dead at 92  Complex

89. Clarence Avant, 'Godfather of Black Music,' dies at 92 - Hurriyet Daily News

    Clarence Avant, 'Godfather of Black Music,' dies at 92  Hurriyet Daily News

90. Legendary music executive Clarence Avant dies at the age of 92 - REVOLT

    Legendary music executive Clarence Avant dies at the age of 92  REVOLT

91. Clarence Avant, The ‘Godfather of Black Entertainment,’ Dies At 92 - 107.5 WBLS

    Clarence Avant, The ‘Godfather of Black Entertainment,’ Dies At 92  107.5 WBLS

92. Clarence Avant, “Godfather Of Black Music,” Dead At 92 - Stereogum

    Clarence Avant, “Godfather Of Black Music,” Dead At 92  Stereogum

93. Clarence Avant, 'Black Godfather' of music, and benefactor of athletes and politicians, dies aged 92 - Le Monde

    Clarence Avant, 'Black Godfather' of music, and benefactor of athletes and politicians, dies aged 92  Le Monde

94. 2024 GRAMMYs To Pay Tribute to Tony Bennett, Sinead O'Connor, Clarence Avant & Tina Turner With In Memoriam ... - The GRAMMYs

    2024 GRAMMYs To Pay Tribute to Tony Bennett, Sinead O'Connor, Clarence Avant & Tina Turner With In Memoriam...  The GRAMMYs

95. 'Godfather of Black Music' Clarence Avant Passes Away at 92 - EBONY - EBONY

    'Godfather of Black Music' Clarence Avant Passes Away at 92 - EBONY  EBONY

96. Clintons say they’re ‘deeply saddened’ by death of Clarence Avant, ‘Godfather of Black music’ - The Hill

    Clintons say they’re ‘deeply saddened’ by death of Clarence Avant, ‘Godfather of Black music’  The Hill

97. Clarence Avant Is Dead At 92, Was Music's 'Black Godfather' - UPROXX

    Clarence Avant Is Dead At 92, Was Music's 'Black Godfather'  UPROXX

98. Clarence Avant, Industry Giant And 'Godfather Of Black Music,' Dies At 92 - uDiscover Music

    Clarence Avant, Industry Giant And 'Godfather Of Black Music,' Dies At 92  uDiscover Music

99. Dave Grusin, Charles Lloyd and Clarence Avant Feted at Jazz Foundation of America Benefit in L.A. - Variety

    Dave Grusin, Charles Lloyd and Clarence Avant Feted at Jazz Foundation of America Benefit in L.A.  Variety

100. Grammys In Memorium Tribute: Clarence Avant, Sinead, Tina - UPROXX

     Grammys In Memorium Tribute: Clarence Avant, Sinead, Tina  UPROXX