John Forté, who collaborated with groups such as the Fugees and the Refugee Camp All-Stars, died at the age of 50.
The Grammy-nominated musician was reportedly found dead at his home in Chilmark, Massachusetts, on Monday afternoon, January 12.
Martha’s Vineyard Township Police Chief Sean Slavin issued a statement following the recording artist’s death, claiming there were no signs of foul play or an “easily apparent cause of death.”
However, as the case is currently being investigated by the state medical examiner’s office, additional details will emerge soon.
Forté breathed his last just 17 days before his 51st birthday and was best known for his writing and production work on the Fugees’ second and final album, Score.
The 1996 multi-platinum bestseller received widespread critical and commercial acclaim and led to the music producer’s Grammy nomination at the age of 21.
The late musician also worked as part of the 90s music collective Refugee Camp All-Stars.
He landed his expertise on songs like Fugees member Wyclef Jeans We’re trying to stay alive, the first single from his debut solo album The carnivaland Rumble in the Junglealso with Busta Rhymes and A Tribe Called Quest.
The Brooklyn native released his self-titled debut album Poly Sciwhich featured vocals from DMX, Fat Joe and Fugees member Pras.
Forté is survived by his wife, the photographer Lara Fuller, and two children.
