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Music executive Andre Harrell has been remembered by stars including Mariah Carey and Ashton Kutcher following his death aged 59.
Andre Harrell was known for signing Sean 'Diddy' Combs and was the star's longtime business partner.
The sad news was announced by DJ D-Nice, who posted a tribute on his Instagram page.
He wrote: "Truly heartbroken. Rest peacefully, Andre Harrell."
His passing has been confirmed by sources to Variety.com, but no official statement has been released.
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His loss has been mourned by stars across the music industry, with superstar Mariah Carey admitting she was in tears at hearing the news.
She tweeted: "Why Andre... My heart is breaking and I can't stop crying. He was an amazing friend and I will miss him forever."
Viola Davis wrote: "RIP Andre Harrell...thank you for the gift of so many incredible artists. Gone too soon."
Ashton Kutcher added: "Andre Harrell, wishing safe travels to your beautiful soul."
Harrell started out as one half of rap duo Dr Jeckyll and Mr Hyde in the 1980s, working with Russell Simmons at Def Jam Records.
He went on to set up his own label, Uptown Records, signing stars including Sean Combs and Mary J Blige.
Despite leaving the label and heading to Motown Records as CEO, working with groups including Boyz II Men and Jodeci, he remained good friends with Combs.
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They continued working together, with Harrell serving as Vice-Chairman of Combs' multi-platform music network Revolt.
He also appeared in the raooer's 2017 documentary, Can’t Stop, Won’t Stop: A Bad Boy Story.
Harrell is survived by a son named Gianni.
