Former N.W.A. Manager Jerry Heller Has Died

R.I.P.

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The man responsible for bringing N.W.A to prominence has died. Jerry Heller was 75 and his cause of death has yet to be released. Heller was instrumental in bringing West Coast rap to the mainstream, while also co-founding the legendary Ruthless Records with Eazy-E. He also leaves behind a legacy working with iconic musical acts such as Pink Floyd, Elton John, Otis Redding, Black Sabbath and Tina Turner. We’ll keep you updated as more information becomes available.

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