Confirming just four days ago that US rapper Blowfly — aka Clarence Reid — had been admitted to hospice care after his diagnosis of terminal cancer, his manager Tom Bowker has announced that Blowfly has sadly passed away, aged 76.
The veteran producer and musician is said to have "passed peacefully" in his hospice room.
Bowker writes on Facebook, "His sister Virginia and I thank you for all the love you have shown this week. We also thank you for supporting Clarence's 50 + year music career - especially these last few years.
"We love you and will keep you informed on services and tribute performances in Clarence's honor."
Having recorded over 40 albums in his career, Reid is reportedly due to release a posthumous record, 77 Rusty Trombones, next month.
Clarence Reid, the genius known both by his given name and as Blowfly, the Master of Class, passed peacefully today,...
Posted by Blowfly on Sunday, 17 January 2016
