NBCBLK Clarence Avant, the ‘Godfather of Black entertainment,’ dies at 92 Clarence Avant, known as the “Black Godfather” for his influential role in the worlds of music, sports, entertainment, and politics, passed away at the age of 92 at his home in Los Angeles. Avant, through his revolutionary business leadership, left a lasting legacy that […]
Obituary: Clarence Avant, the Powerful Connector in Music, Sports, and Politics, Dies at 92 Clarence Avant, a prominent figure in the music, entertainment, and political industries, passed away peacefully at his home in Los Angeles on Sunday at the age of 92. As an executive, businessman, and power broker, Avant played a pivotal role in […]