Clarence Avant, the veteran music and entertainment executive known as the “Black Godfather” who was hailed for his influence and guidance by Quincy Jones, Pharrell Williams, Snoop Dogg, Whitney ...
He managed Sarah Vaughan, discovered Bill Withers and advised countless people in the industry and beyond: "He’s been the silent architect of so many deals, it would make your head spin." By Mike ...
Clarence Avant, whose unofficial title of the “Black Godfather” spanned the worlds of music, sports, entertainment and politics, died Sunday at his home in Los Angeles, according to a statement from ...
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