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1. Petey Pablo, Merge Records, and Clarence Avant will be inducted into the North Carolina Music Hall of Fame - CLTure

   Petey Pablo, Merge Records, and Clarence Avant will be inducted into the North Carolina Music Hall of Fame  CLTure

2. Clarence and Jacqueline Avant's Legacy Cemented Through the Creation of a Scholarship For Harlem School of the Arts Students - EBONY

   Clarence and Jacqueline Avant's Legacy Cemented Through the Creation of a Scholarship For Harlem School of the Arts Students  EBONY

3. 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

4. Clarence Avant, Mighty Engine Behind Black Superstars, Dies at 92 (Published 2023) - The New York Times

   Clarence Avant, Mighty Engine Behind Black Superstars, Dies at 92 (Published 2023)  The New York Times

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

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

6. ‘The Black Godfather’ Celebrates the Most Connected Man in Culture - Netflix Tudum

   ‘The Black Godfather’ Celebrates the Most Connected Man in Culture  Netflix Tudum

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

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

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

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

9. 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

10. 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

11. 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

12. What to know about Clarence Avant, husband of the late Jacqueline Avant - Los Angeles Times

    What to know about Clarence Avant, husband of the late Jacqueline Avant  Los Angeles Times

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

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

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

    The Most Valuable Lesson Clarence Avant Taught Me  Billboard

15. How Much Is A GRAMMY Worth? 7 Facts To Know About The GRAMMY Award Trophy - The GRAMMYs

    How Much Is A GRAMMY Worth? 7 Facts To Know About The GRAMMY Award Trophy  The GRAMMYs

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

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

17. 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

18. 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

19. Clarence Avant’s political power: The ‘Black Godfather’ had the ear of three presidents - Los Angeles Times

    Clarence Avant’s political power: The ‘Black Godfather’ had the ear of three presidents  Los Angeles Times

20. Clarence Avant, 'Godfather of Black Entertainment,' Remembered as a 'Visionary and a Transcendent Spirit' - PEOPLE

    Clarence Avant, 'Godfather of Black Entertainment,' Remembered as a 'Visionary and a Transcendent Spirit'  PEOPLE

21. 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

22. Clarence Avant (1931- ) • - Blackpast

    Clarence Avant (1931- ) •  Blackpast

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

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

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

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

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

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

26. Clarence Avant, music executive known as the 'Black Godfather,' dies at 92 - Entertainment Weekly News

    Clarence Avant, music executive known as the 'Black Godfather,' dies at 92  Entertainment Weekly News

27. 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

28. Beverly Hills Mourns Clarence Avant - Beverly Hills Courier

    Beverly Hills Mourns Clarence Avant  Beverly Hills Courier

29. 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

30. Clarence Avant, ‘The Godfather of Black Music,’ Dies at 92 - Los Angeles Magazine

    Clarence Avant, ‘The Godfather of Black Music,’ Dies at 92  Los Angeles Magazine

31. Clarence Avant Remembered for Helping Guide Political Careers of 3 Presidents - TheWrap

    Clarence Avant Remembered for Helping Guide Political Careers of 3 Presidents  TheWrap

32. 'Black Godfather': Netflix documentary profiles Clarence Avant, the power behind the scenes - NBC News

    'Black Godfather': Netflix documentary profiles Clarence Avant, the power behind the scenes  NBC News

33. 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

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

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

35. ‘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

36. 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

37. ‘Godfather of Black Music’ Clarence Avant Looks Back - Variety

    ‘Godfather of Black Music’ Clarence Avant Looks Back  Variety

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

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

39. REMEMBERING INDUSTRY LEGEND CLARENCE AVANT - HITS Daily Double

    REMEMBERING INDUSTRY LEGEND CLARENCE AVANT  HITS Daily Double

40. Clarence Avant Honored by Rev. Jesse Jackson, Bill Clinton, Jay-Z - Variety

    Clarence Avant Honored by Rev. Jesse Jackson, Bill Clinton, Jay-Z  Variety

41. 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

42. Clarence Avant: Arraignment of suspect arrested in death of music executive's wife Jacqueline Avant delayed - ABC7 Los Angeles

    Clarence Avant: Arraignment of suspect arrested in death of music executive's wife Jacqueline Avant delayed  ABC7 Los Angeles

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

    Clarence Avant, music executive, 1931-2023  Financial Times

44. Man pleads guilty to fatal shooting of Jacqueline Avant, wife of 'Godfather of Black Music' - NBC News

    Man pleads guilty to fatal shooting of Jacqueline Avant, wife of 'Godfather of Black Music'  NBC News

45. Clarence Avant | Interview | American Masters - PBS

    Clarence Avant | Interview | American Masters  PBS

46. Clarence Avant, Godfather Of Black Music, To Be Honored At Pre-GRAMMY Gala - The GRAMMYs

    Clarence Avant, Godfather Of Black Music, To Be Honored At Pre-GRAMMY Gala  The GRAMMYs

47. 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

48. 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

49. 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

50. 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

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

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

52. Clarence Avant, ‘The Black Godfather,’ Dies At 92 - Pollstar

    Clarence Avant, ‘The Black Godfather,’ Dies At 92  Pollstar

53. Jacqueline Avant’s Killer Is Sentenced to 190 Years in Prison (Published 2022) - The New York Times

    Jacqueline Avant’s Killer Is Sentenced to 190 Years in Prison (Published 2022)  The New York Times

54. Diddy Pens Heartfelt Tribute to Clarence Avant - Complex

    Diddy Pens Heartfelt Tribute to Clarence Avant  Complex

55. Clarence Avant, the 'Godfather of Black Music,' Dead at 9... - Complex

    Clarence Avant, the 'Godfather of Black Music,' Dead at 9...  Complex

56. Clarence Avant Obituary (1931 - 2023) - Legacy Remembers - Legacy.com

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

57. '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

58. Clarence Avant, aka the ‘Black Godfather’ of Music, Passes Away at Age 92 - Digital Music News

    Clarence Avant, aka the ‘Black Godfather’ of Music, Passes Away at Age 92  Digital Music News

59. The Black Godfather: the untold story of the man holding up Hollywood - The Guardian

    The Black Godfather: the untold story of the man holding up Hollywood  The Guardian

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

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

61. Clarence Avant, celebrated music executive, dead at 92 - TheGrio

    Clarence Avant, celebrated music executive, dead at 92  TheGrio

62. Oprah, Pharrell, Hollywood Luminaries Remember Jacqueline Avant: ‘A Light Has Gone Out in Los Angeles’ - Variety

    Oprah, Pharrell, Hollywood Luminaries Remember Jacqueline Avant: ‘A Light Has Gone Out in Los Angeles’  Variety

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

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

64. How the ‘Black Godfather’ changed baseball legend Hank Aaron’s life - Andscape

    How the ‘Black Godfather’ changed baseball legend Hank Aaron’s life  Andscape

65. 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

66. 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

67. Jacqueline Avant, Wife Of Music Titan Clarence Avant, Killed In Home Invasion - Forbes

    Jacqueline Avant, Wife Of Music Titan Clarence Avant, Killed In Home Invasion  Forbes

68. Clarence Avant, Known As 'The Godfather Of Black Music,' Dies At 92 - Blavity News

    Clarence Avant, Known As 'The Godfather Of Black Music,' Dies At 92  Blavity News

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

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

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

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

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

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

72. Man Gets 190 Years in Prison for Murder of Jacqueline Avant, Wife of Music Legend Clarence Avant - Billboard

    Man Gets 190 Years in Prison for Murder of Jacqueline Avant, Wife of Music Legend Clarence Avant  Billboard

73. '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

74. The "Godfather of Black Music," Clarence Avant has passed away - REVOLT

    The "Godfather of Black Music," Clarence Avant has passed away  REVOLT

75. Jacqueline Avant's accused killer pleads guilty to murder, other counts in Beverly Hills shooting - ABC7 Los Angeles

    Jacqueline Avant's accused killer pleads guilty to murder, other counts in Beverly Hills shooting  ABC7 Los Angeles

76. What to Say When There Are No Words - Oprah Mag

    What to Say When There Are No Words  Oprah Mag

77. Film Review: ‘The Black Godfather’ - Variety

    Film Review: ‘The Black Godfather’  Variety

78. 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

79. 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

80. 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

81. “The Black Godfather”: Clarence Avant and the Ruling Class Use of Black Pop Culture - Black Agenda Report

    “The Black Godfather”: Clarence Avant and the Ruling Class Use of Black Pop Culture  Black Agenda Report

82. Clarence Avant – ‘The Godfather of Black Music’ – Passes Away at 92 - Lasentinel

    Clarence Avant – ‘The Godfather of Black Music’ – Passes Away at 92  Lasentinel

83. IN MEMORIAM: Business leader, mentor and music business legend Clarence Avant dies 92 - Insight News

    IN MEMORIAM: Business leader, mentor and music business legend Clarence Avant dies 92  Insight News

84. REMEMBERING CLARENCE AND JACQUELINE AVANT - HITS Daily Double

    REMEMBERING CLARENCE AND JACQUELINE AVANT  HITS Daily Double

85. Barack Obama, P. Diddy, David Geffen Hail ‘Black Godfather’ Clarence Avant in Netflix Doc (Watch) - Variety

    Barack Obama, P. Diddy, David Geffen Hail ‘Black Godfather’ Clarence Avant in Netflix Doc (Watch)  Variety

86. 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

87. Tributes pour in for entertainment industry legend Clarence Avant, the ‘Godfather Of Black Music’ - Music Business Worldwide

    Tributes pour in for entertainment industry legend Clarence Avant, the ‘Godfather Of Black Music’  Music Business Worldwide

88. Clarence Avant’s Son, Quincy Jones, Lionel Richie & More Wish ‘Black Godfather’ a Happy 90th Birthday - Billboard

    Clarence Avant’s Son, Quincy Jones, Lionel Richie & More Wish ‘Black Godfather’ a Happy 90th Birthday  Billboard

89. Clarence Avant Documentary 'The Black Godfather' Draws Star-Studded Audience to LA Premiere - Billboard

    Clarence Avant Documentary 'The Black Godfather' Draws Star-Studded Audience to LA Premiere  Billboard

90. 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

91. Clarence Avant's wife, Jacqueline Avant, fatally shot in Beverly Hills home invasion - ABC7 Los Angeles

    Clarence Avant's wife, Jacqueline Avant, fatally shot in Beverly Hills home invasion  ABC7 Los Angeles

92. The Black Godfather : Clarence Avant and the Successful Six Degrees of Separation - The Root

    The Black Godfather : Clarence Avant and the Successful Six Degrees of Separation  The Root

93. Jacqueline Avant, wife of music legend, killed in shooting - The Associated Press

    Jacqueline Avant, wife of music legend, killed in shooting  The Associated Press

94. 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

95. Clarence Avant spotted out having dinner five months after death of wife Jacqueline - Daily Mail

    Clarence Avant spotted out having dinner five months after death of wife Jacqueline  Daily Mail

96. 'The Black Godfather' documentary explores Clarence Avant and the ruling class use of black pop culture | Think Piece - Ark Republic

    'The Black Godfather' documentary explores Clarence Avant and the ruling class use of black pop culture | Think Piece  Ark Republic

97. Jacqueline Avant, Philanthropist and Wife of Music Exec Clarence Avant, Killed in Home Invasion Robbery - PEOPLE

    Jacqueline Avant, Philanthropist and Wife of Music Exec Clarence Avant, Killed in Home Invasion Robbery  PEOPLE

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

    For Clarence Avant, Legacy Was Always the Mission  Okayplayer

99. Wife of Legendary Music Mogul Clarence Avant Shot & Killed in Home Invasion - Okayplayer

    Wife of Legendary Music Mogul Clarence Avant Shot & Killed in Home Invasion  Okayplayer

100. 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