Sources have revealed to AllHipHop that Irv Gotti, the legendary Hip-Hop producer and co-founder of Murder Inc., was “declared dead” on Wednesday morning, February 5, at the age of 54. While the term “declared dead” can have multiple meanings, it typically refers to a legal declaration made by a doctor or court when a person is determined to no longer be alive. This could involve “circulatory death,” when a person’s heart stops beating, or “brain death,” which happens when catastrophic brain injury halts all brain function permanently.

This news comes just days after Gotti suffered a stroke, which led to a brain bleed. While further details about his condition have not been confirmed, Gotti has a history of health struggles, including a previous minor stroke tied to his ongoing battle with diabetes.

Representatives for the 54-year-old music mogul have yet to comment, leaving fans and industry insiders in shock and speculation, as they rally behind Gotti during this difficult time.