DJ Mister Cee dies at age 57
Hot97 has confirmed the passing of iconic New York City DJ Mister Cee on Wednesday.
Known offstage as Calvin LeBrun, Mister Cee was a pivotal figure in the hip-hop world. He served as Big Daddy Kane's DJ and played a significant role in the rise of Notorious B.I.G., also known as Biggie Smalls, to fame.
His "Throwback at Noon" segment on Hot97 was highly celebrated during its run. More recently, he was featured on "94.7 The Block" under Audacy.
"Hot97 was a platform where he greatly influenced and shaped the culture," stated Chuck Creekmur, the CEO of AllHipHop.com.
In a 2023 interview with CBS New York, as the city marked hip-hop's 50th anniversary, Mister Cee shared his insights on the evolution of the music and cultural scene.
"In those days, we were reliant on cassette tapes that circulated throughout the city, serving as our version of email," Mister Cee reminisced during the interview.
Journey In DJing
His journey in DJing began in his Brooklyn home, a place he always held dear to his heart.
Dubbed 'the Finisher,' Mister Cee earned his moniker for his skill in concluding sets and parties, as Creekmur recalled.
Following his family's announcement of his passing on Wednesday, tributes flooded in from the music community,
Rest In Peace DJ Mister Cee 💔💔💔 pic.twitter.com/yY9y7KgU8e
— DJ Jazzy Jeff (@djjazzyjeff215) April 10, 2024
Source: Twitter/djjazzyjeff215Â
Peter Rosenberg of Hot97 paid tribute to Mister Cee, acknowledging him as one of the most significant and influential DJs in history.
Most Known For
Mister Cee held a prominent role within the rap community, serving as Big Daddy Kane's DJ and contributing as an executive producer to The Notorious B.I.G.'s seminal debut album, "Ready to Die," released in 1994. Hailing from New York, he also made his mark as a radio personality on the city's Hot 97 station.
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