The hip-hop community has come forward to pay homage to the memory of late music pioneer Jam “Master” Jay 14 years after his tragic death.
Hip-hop artists ranging from Tony Yayo to De La Soul have remembered his legacy on Instagram.
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Jam Master Jay had his life taken from him due to gun violence.
Authorities confirmed that Jay, born Jason Mizell, was fatally shot inside a studio on Merrick Boulevard at 7:30 p.m. local time. Another victim, Uriel Rincon, was shot in the leg. Rincon, 25, is listed in stable condition at an area hospital. Mizell, 37, is survived by his wife, three sons, mother, brother and sister. (MTV)