The rapper Prodigy, half of the hip-hop duo Mobb Deep, died from accidental choking, according to a report from TMZ.
The site previously reported Prodigy choked an egg while in the hospital for treatment for sickle cell anemia. The rapper passed away on June 20 at the age of 42.
“It is with extreme sadness and disbelief that we confirm the death of our dear friend Albert Johnson, better known to millions of fans as Prodigy of legendary N.Y. rap duo Mobb Deep,” a Mobb Deep representative said at the time of his passing.
“Prodigy was hospitalized a few days ago...
The site previously reported Prodigy choked an egg while in the hospital for treatment for sickle cell anemia. The rapper passed away on June 20 at the age of 42.
“It is with extreme sadness and disbelief that we confirm the death of our dear friend Albert Johnson, better known to millions of fans as Prodigy of legendary N.Y. rap duo Mobb Deep,” a Mobb Deep representative said at the time of his passing.
“Prodigy was hospitalized a few days ago...
- 8/3/2017
- by Daniel Goldblatt
- PEOPLE.com
A fight broke out in the streets of New York City on Thursday while a large group of fans were paying their respects to late rapper Prodigy, who died ten days earlier. The incident occurred when a large group of people gathered outside of the Frank E. Campbell funeral chapel, where the rapper’s funeral was held. […]
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- 6/30/2017
- by Jacob Kaye
- Uinterview
[[tmz:video id="0_oi62apk1"]] Prodigy's memorial service ended with a showdown between NYPD and one unruly mourner ... who ended up getting hauled away in cuffs. TMZ obtained this video of the man outside the public service Thursday evening in NYC. A large crowd gathered outside the Frank E. Campbell "Funeral Chapel" immediately following the service, and cops say the suspect was blocking pedestrians. A dozen cops were on the scene when police told him to move to the other...
- 6/30/2017
- by TMZ Staff
- TMZ
The hip-hop community came together on Thursday to honor one of the late greats.
A funeral service for Mobb Deep’s Prodigy was held at Frank E. Campbell Chapel in New York City with former rap partner Havoc, LL Cool J, Ice T and 50 Cent spotted outside the venue. Others in attendance included Questlove, Remy Ma and Fat Joe.
The ceremony was open to public visitation for friends and fans, according to Billboard.
Prodigy, born Albert Johnson, died on June 20 in Las Vegas at age 42 after being hospitalized due to complications caused by his lifelong battle with sickle cell anemia.
A funeral service for Mobb Deep’s Prodigy was held at Frank E. Campbell Chapel in New York City with former rap partner Havoc, LL Cool J, Ice T and 50 Cent spotted outside the venue. Others in attendance included Questlove, Remy Ma and Fat Joe.
The ceremony was open to public visitation for friends and fans, according to Billboard.
Prodigy, born Albert Johnson, died on June 20 in Las Vegas at age 42 after being hospitalized due to complications caused by his lifelong battle with sickle cell anemia.
- 6/30/2017
- by Karen Mizoguchi
- PEOPLE.com
Hip-hop greats stepped out Thursday to honor the legacy of Prodigy, who passed away last week at the age of 42. A private funeral service was held at the Frank E. Campbell Funeral Chapel in New York City, according to the New York Daily News, which saw appearances from the Mobb Deep rapper's closest confidantes and famous collaborators. 50 Cent, LL Cool J and Ice-t appeared visibly emotional as they prepared to pay their respects to the artist. Other guests included Remy Ma, Fat Joe and Havoc, who was Prodigy's groupmate in the popular rap duo. Scores of fans also gathered in front of the church to mourn their loss. 50 Cent took to...
- 6/29/2017
- E! Online
[[tmz:video id="0_pdxqtol0"]] LL Cool J, Remy Ma, Ice-t, 50 Cent and Fat Joe are only some of the East Coast rappers who showed up to pay their respects Thursday at Prodigy's funeral in NYC. Services for the Mobb Deep rapper took place at the Frank E. Campbell "Funeral Chapel" on the Upper East Side. Questlove and chef Eddie Huang were also there. Louis Farrakhan showed up in a giant SUV procession. We're told Prodigy's rapping partner, Havoc, also attended.
- 6/29/2017
- by TMZ Staff
- TMZ
Prodigy's funeral should bring together some huge names -- his fellow legends of hip-hop ... especially from the East Coast scene. Sources connected to the service tell us Prodigy's family has invited an A-list of rappers who worked with Mobb Deep or came up at the same time ... including Nas, Lil Kim, Big Daddy Kane, Ice-t, Naughty By Nature, Onyx. Of course, Prodigy's partner, Havoc, will also be there. We're told the private ceremony will go...
- 6/29/2017
- by TMZ Staff
- TMZ
Just days after the sudden death of L'Wren Scott, details are being released regarding her funeral.
As previously reported by GossipCenter, the fashion designer was found dead in her New York City apartment in an apparent suicide on March 17th.
Though her body has been at the Frank E. Campbell Funeral Chapel since Wednesday, it will reportedly be flown to Los Angeles this weekend.
Since he's been participating in the arrangements, it's likely that her longtime boyfriend Mick Jagger will attend.
As previously reported by GossipCenter, the fashion designer was found dead in her New York City apartment in an apparent suicide on March 17th.
Though her body has been at the Frank E. Campbell Funeral Chapel since Wednesday, it will reportedly be flown to Los Angeles this weekend.
Since he's been participating in the arrangements, it's likely that her longtime boyfriend Mick Jagger will attend.
- 3/22/2014
- GossipCenter
L'Wren Scott's funeral will be held in L.A., Mick Jagger's rep confirms to Us Weekly. The news comes just days after the fashion designer was found dead at the age of 49 in her NYC apartment on Monday, March 17. The medical examiner ruled the death a suicide two days later. Scott's body has been at the Frank E. Campbell Funeral Chapel on Manhattan's Upper East Side since Wednesday. Her body will be flown to L.A. this weekend. As previously reported, the Rolling Stones rocker returned to L.A. [...]...
- 3/22/2014
- Us Weekly
Paying respects to their dear loved one, several friends and family stepped out for Philip Seymour Hoffman's wake in New York City on Thursday evening (February 6).
The “Capote” actor died on February 2 at the age of 46 after a suspected drug overdose in his West Village apartment.
Michelle Williams, Amy Adams and Cate Blanchett were among the stars to attend the somber event, remembering the amazingly talented actor who had an effect on so many lives.
In addition, Meryl Streep, Justin Theroux and Philip’s longtime partner Mimi O’Donnell were in the crowd at the wake, which was held at the Frank E. Campbell Funeral Chapel in Manhattan.
Mimi brought along her and Hoffman’s three children Cooper, Tallulah and Willa and celebrated Philip’s life together.
The “Capote” actor died on February 2 at the age of 46 after a suspected drug overdose in his West Village apartment.
Michelle Williams, Amy Adams and Cate Blanchett were among the stars to attend the somber event, remembering the amazingly talented actor who had an effect on so many lives.
In addition, Meryl Streep, Justin Theroux and Philip’s longtime partner Mimi O’Donnell were in the crowd at the wake, which was held at the Frank E. Campbell Funeral Chapel in Manhattan.
Mimi brought along her and Hoffman’s three children Cooper, Tallulah and Willa and celebrated Philip’s life together.
- 2/7/2014
- GossipCenter
Devastated friends and family said goodbye to Philip Seymour Hoffman at his funeral in New York on Friday, remembering a giant of an actor who delivered searing performances on stage and on screen - but who, it appears, tragically died of a drug overdose after relapsing following decades of sobriety. In all, some 400 mourners attended the private noon service at the Church of St. Ignatius Loyola on the Upper East Side of Manhattan. Among the earliest of the arrivals were Hoffman's The Talented Mr. Ripley costar Cate Blanchett with her husband, Andrew Upton; Laura Linney; Julianne Moore; Michelle Williams; and Amy Adams.
- 2/7/2014
- by Tim Nudd and Emily Strohm
- PEOPLE.com
Philip Seymour Hoffman, who fiercely protected his private life, will be mourned behind closed doors. A private funeral for the actor will be held Friday for 400 people at the Church of St. Ignatius Loyola in Manhattan. It's the same church that hosted the funerals of Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis, Lena Horne and Aaliyah. Hoffman, 46, was found dead Sunday of an apparent heroin overdose in his apartment. He had been open about a past that included addiction and rehab. He leaves behind his partner of 15 years, Mimi O'Donnell, and their three children. More tests are needed to determine what exactly killed Hoffman,...
- 2/7/2014
- by Associated Press
- PEOPLE.com
Philip Seymour Hoffman's loved ones are united in grief. Friends and family of the late actor -- who died of a suspected drug overdose at age 46 on Feb. 2 -- gathered together in New York City on Thursday, Feb. 6, to pay their respects at a private wake. Among those in attendance were stars including Amy Adams, Cate Blanchett, Justin Theroux, Joaquin Phoenix, Meryl Streep, and Michelle Williams. The group met at the Frank E. Campbell Funeral Chapel on Manhattan's Upper East Side on Thursday evening. [...]...
- 2/7/2014
- Us Weekly
New York, Feb 7: Family and close friends paid their last respect to late actor Philip Seymour Hoffman at a wake in Manhattan.
The wake was held at the Frank E. Campbell Funeral Home Thursday night, reports nydailynews.com.
Amy Adams, who co-starred with Hoffman in the films "Doubt" and "The Master" along with Cate Blanchett, Joaquin Phoenix and Diane Sawyer were among the celebrities who attended the ceremony.
The Academy Award-winning actor passed away Feb 2.
Police are investigating Hoffman's death as a suspected drug overdose.
A private funeral for relatives and close friends of Hoffman.
The wake was held at the Frank E. Campbell Funeral Home Thursday night, reports nydailynews.com.
Amy Adams, who co-starred with Hoffman in the films "Doubt" and "The Master" along with Cate Blanchett, Joaquin Phoenix and Diane Sawyer were among the celebrities who attended the ceremony.
The Academy Award-winning actor passed away Feb 2.
Police are investigating Hoffman's death as a suspected drug overdose.
A private funeral for relatives and close friends of Hoffman.
- 2/7/2014
- by Meeta Kabra
- RealBollywood.com
Family and friends of Philip Seymour Hoffman gathered to remember the late actor at a private wake in New York City Thursday night (February 6). The Associated Press reports that the wake was held at the Frank E. Campbell Funeral Home. Co-stars Cate Blanchett, Joaquin Phoenix, Amy Adams and Josh Hamilton were all reportedly in attendance. Hoffman's partner Mimi O'Donnell and their three children, Cooper, Willa and Tallulah, were also there to remember the Academy-Award ...
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- 2/7/2014
- MTV Movie News
Cate Blanchett, Joaquin Phoenix, Amy Adams, Michelle Williams and Paul Thomas Anderson were among the friends and family who gathered on Thursday to remember Philip Seymour Hoffman at a private wake. Also in attendance were Diane Sawyer, Ellen Burstyn, J. Edgar's Josh Hamilton, Hoffman's mother, Marilyn O'Connor, his longtime partner, Mimi O'Donnell, and three children Cooper Hoffman, Willa Hoffman and Tallulah Hoffman, according to the Associated Press. The memorial was held at the Frank E. Campbell Funeral Chapel on Manhattan's Upper East Side -- which has also hosted services for Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis and James Cagney -- and police escorted guests in and out
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- 2/7/2014
- by Debbie Emery
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
A stream of mourners continued to show their love and appreciation for Philip Seymour Hoffman at a wake held in New York City Thursday evening. The actor's longtime partner, Mimi O'Donnell; their three young children; and his mother, Marilyn O'Connor, were joined by other family members and dozens of friends, including a number of Hoffman's famous costars, for the viewing at Frank E. Campbell Funeral Home on Madison Avenue. Amy Adams, Joaquin Phoenix, Cate Blanchett, Justin Theroux, Michelle Williams, Ellen Burstyn were among those paying their respects today. Adams, who played Hoffman's fierce wife in The Master, reportedly cried while discussing him during a taping of Inside the Actors...
- 2/7/2014
- E! Online
Friends and family of the late Philip Seymour Hoffman gathered Thursday evening at the “Capote” actor’s wake on the Upper East Side of Manhattan. Amy Adams, Joaquin Phoenix, John C. Reilly and longtime friend Justin Theroux were among early arrivals at the viewing, which began at 5 p.m. and was scheduled until 9 p.m. at the Frank E. Campbell Funeral Home on Madison Ave. and 81st St. Mike Nichols, Diane Sawyer, Michelle Williams, Ethan Hawke, Ben Stiller and Cate Blanchett also were observed paying their respects. See photos: 22 of Philip Seymour Hoffman’s Most Memorable Movie Roles (Photos) Security...
- 2/6/2014
- by Brent Lang
- The Wrap
Philip Seymour Hoffman's family left their NYC apartment Thursday afternoon ... presumably to attend the actor's wake.Mimi O'Donnell watched over the three kids she had with Hoffman as they made their way to the Frank E. Campbell Funeral Home on Madison Avenue.The wake will be held from 5 - 9 Pm Est.A funeral service will be held tomorrow at the St. Ignatius of Loyola Church on Park Avenue. The service will be small and...
- 2/6/2014
- by TMZ Staff
- TMZ
Philip Seymour Hoffman’s family will hold a private funeral for the actor at Manhattan Catholic Church, St. Ignatius on Friday, Feb. 7.
Hoffman was found dead on Sunday, Feb. 2, in his apartment with a needle in his arm and is believed to have died of a drug overdose. He was found with more than 72 bags of heroin in his apartment.
Hoffman’s longtime partner, Mimi O’Donnell, is also reportedly planning a wake for family and friends at Frank E. Campbell Funeral Home on Thursday, Feb. 6. The funeral will also be for friends and family only, though the family has announced plans to hold a separate memorial service sometime later this month in New York City. Furthermore, the family asks that fans and supporters donate to charity in Hoffman’s honor instead of sending gifts.
“In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made in Phil’s name to...
Hoffman was found dead on Sunday, Feb. 2, in his apartment with a needle in his arm and is believed to have died of a drug overdose. He was found with more than 72 bags of heroin in his apartment.
Hoffman’s longtime partner, Mimi O’Donnell, is also reportedly planning a wake for family and friends at Frank E. Campbell Funeral Home on Thursday, Feb. 6. The funeral will also be for friends and family only, though the family has announced plans to hold a separate memorial service sometime later this month in New York City. Furthermore, the family asks that fans and supporters donate to charity in Hoffman’s honor instead of sending gifts.
“In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made in Phil’s name to...
- 2/6/2014
- Uinterview
Philip Seymour Hoffman’s family will hold a private funeral for the actor at Manhattan Catholic Church, St. Ignatius on Friday, Feb. 7.
Hoffman was found dead on Sunday, Feb. 2, in his apartment with a needle in his arm and is believed to have died of a drug overdose. He was found with over 72 bags of heroin in his apartment.
Hoffman’s longtime partner, Mimi O’Donnell, is also reportedly planning a wake for family and friends at Frank E. Campbell Funeral Home on Thursday, Feb. 6. The funeral will also be for friends and family only, though the family has announced plans to hold a separate memorial service sometime later this month in New York City. Furthermore, the family asks that fans and supporters donate to charity in Hoffman’s honor instead of sending gifts.
“In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made in Phil’s name to two...
Hoffman was found dead on Sunday, Feb. 2, in his apartment with a needle in his arm and is believed to have died of a drug overdose. He was found with over 72 bags of heroin in his apartment.
Hoffman’s longtime partner, Mimi O’Donnell, is also reportedly planning a wake for family and friends at Frank E. Campbell Funeral Home on Thursday, Feb. 6. The funeral will also be for friends and family only, though the family has announced plans to hold a separate memorial service sometime later this month in New York City. Furthermore, the family asks that fans and supporters donate to charity in Hoffman’s honor instead of sending gifts.
“In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made in Phil’s name to two...
- 2/6/2014
- Uinterview
New York — Bert Stern, a commercial photographer best known for his images of Marilyn Monroe in what became known as "The Last Sitting," has died in New York City. He was 83.
Stern died Wednesday at his Manhattan home, said Shannah Laumeister, 43, a filmmaker who said the two were secretly married in 2009. She said the reason for keeping it secret was private.
Stern shot thousands of pictures of Monroe at the Bel Air Hotel in Los Angeles in 1962 for Vogue magazine just weeks before her drug overdose death. They included nude and semi-nude images.
"He was an enormously innovative photographer, both as a commercial photographer and a photographer of celebrities and fashion models. And one of the great people in his field," said Bruce Barnes, director of the George Eastman House in Rochester, N.Y., which this summer is presenting Stern's only documentary film, "Jazz on a Summer's Day," made in...
Stern died Wednesday at his Manhattan home, said Shannah Laumeister, 43, a filmmaker who said the two were secretly married in 2009. She said the reason for keeping it secret was private.
Stern shot thousands of pictures of Monroe at the Bel Air Hotel in Los Angeles in 1962 for Vogue magazine just weeks before her drug overdose death. They included nude and semi-nude images.
"He was an enormously innovative photographer, both as a commercial photographer and a photographer of celebrities and fashion models. And one of the great people in his field," said Bruce Barnes, director of the George Eastman House in Rochester, N.Y., which this summer is presenting Stern's only documentary film, "Jazz on a Summer's Day," made in...
- 6/27/2013
- by AP
- Huffington Post
Chris Lighty's funeral will take place in New York today (05.09.12). The hop executive - who managed a number of stars throughout his career including 50 Cent, P.Diddy, Ja Rule and Mariah Carey - was found dead at his home in the city last Friday (30.08.12) and according to the New York Post's Page Six, his memorial service will be held at the Frank E. Campbell Funeral Chapel on Madison Avenue. He is believed to have died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound to the head and left behind six children and his wife, Veronica. A number of stars paid tribute to the hip-hop mogul after hearing the news including Russell Simmons - who co-founded hip-hop label Def Jam with...
- 9/5/2012
- Monsters and Critics
Chris Lighty's funeral will take place in New York today (05.09.12). The hop executive - who managed a number of stars throughout his career including 50 Cent, P.Diddy, Ja Rule and Mariah Carey - was found dead at his home in the city last Friday (30.08.12) and according to the New York Post's Page Six, his memorial service will be held at the Frank E. Campbell Funeral Chapel on Madison Avenue. He is believed to have died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound to the head and left behind six children and his wife, Veronica. A number of stars paid tribute to the...
- 9/5/2012
- Virgin Media - Celebrity
As BroadwayWorld reported earlier this week, composer Marvin Hamlisch passed away Monday evening at 68 years old following a brief illness. Now according to the New York Times, funeral services have been announced. Visitation periods will take place at the Frank E. Campbell Funeral Chapel 1076 Madison Avenue, at 81st Street on Sunday and Monday, 2-5 and 7-9. The funeral will take place 11am on Tuesday at Temple Emanu-El 1 East 65th Street. Both ethe funeral and visitations are open to the public.
- 8/9/2012
- by BWW News Desk
- BroadwayWorld.com
A memorial service for Gil Scott-Heron, the musician and poet who passed away last Friday, has been scheduled for 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, June 2nd at Riverside Church in New York City. A public viewing will be held from 6:00-9:00 p.m. on Thursday as well. The viewing will take place at New York's Frank E. Campbell Funeral Chapel on 81st Street and Madison Avenue...
- 6/1/2011
- Essence
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