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Grammy-Nominated Musician John Forte Dies at 50, Worked With Fugees

Grammy-nominated musician and producer John Forte has died at the age of 50. He was found dead at his Massachusetts home, with police reporting no signs of foul play. Forte was best known for his pivotal work on The Fugees' landmark 1996 album "The Score," which earned him a Grammy nomination. His career included solo work and a prison sentence for drug charges, from which he was granted clemency by President George W. Bush.

Key Points: John Forte, Grammy-Nominated Fugees Collaborator, Dies at 50

  • Found dead at home with no foul play
  • Key member of Refugee Camp All Stars
  • Grammy-nominated for work on Fugees' 'The Score'
  • Released solo albums with major artists
  • Granted clemency by President George W. Bush in 2008
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Grammy-nominated musician John Forte passes away at 50

Grammy-nominated musician John Forte, known for work on The Fugees' 'The Score,' has died at 50. Police found no foul play at his home.

"The police found the musician dead at his home on Tuesday afternoon. - Chilmark Police"

Washington DC, January 14

Grammy-nominated musician and producer John Forte, who worked closely with the Fugees, has died at the age of 50, Variety reported.

Massachusetts' Chilmark Police confirmed to Variety that the police found the musician dead at his home on Tuesday afternoon. The local police chief said there were no signs of foul play and no clear cause of death at the scene. The case is now being looked into by the state medical examiner.

According to Deadline, John Forte was a key member of the Refugee Camp All Stars, a music group active in the 1990s. He worked on several well-known songs, including Wyclef Jean's "We Trying to Stay Alive" and "Rumble in the Jungle," which also featured Busta Rhymes and A Tribe Called Quest.

He is best known for his work on the Fugees' 1996 album The Score. The album became a huge success around the world and earned Forte a Grammy nomination when he was just 21 years old.

In 1998, Forte released his first solo album Poly Sci. The album included vocals from artists like DMX, Fat Joe, and Pras. He later released another album, I, John, in 2001, which included a duet with singer Carly Simon.

In 2000, he was arrested at Newark International Airport on drug charges and was later sentenced to 14 years in prison. His sentence was reduced in 2008 after then-U.S. President George W. Bush granted him clemency. Several well-known figures had spoken in his support.

John Forte is survived by his wife, photographer Lara Fuller, and their two kids.

- ANI

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Sarah B
What a tragic story. Grammy-nominated at 21, then a prison sentence, and now gone so early. His life had so many highs and devastating lows. My thoughts are with his wife and children.
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Rohit P
"We Trying to Stay Alive" and "Rumble in the Jungle" are classics! His work with Wyclef Jean was brilliant. It's a shame his legal troubles overshadowed his musical legacy for many. A true talent lost.
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Ananya R
This is a reminder of how fragile life is. He got a second chance with the clemency, built a family, and now this. Very sad. Hope the investigation gives his family some clarity.
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Michael C
While his musical contributions are significant, we must also remember the consequences of choices. His story is a complex one of talent, crime, redemption, and now an untimely end. A cautionary tale for young artists everywhere.
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Priya S
The Fugees' music crossed all borders. Even in Mumbai, we were blasting "Killing Me Softly" and the whole album. John Forte was part of that global moment. Condolences to his family. 🎵

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