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The recent loss of beloved industry titan Clarence Avant, a politely polarizing figure who was often referred to as “The Black Godfather,” has resulted in a widespread wave of grief that will take some time for many to grasp. Even at the young age of 92 years old, the late Mr. Avant had the exuberance of a man half his age that gave those who loved and respected him a feeling like he’d be in our lives forever.
While he’s unfortunately no longer here in physical form, the many lives he touched throughout Black Hollywood and the world at large are still preserved by way of the photographic memories he left behind.
….and man, did he leave behind a lot!
It seemed like there wasn’t a person alive who hadn’t crossed paths with Clarence Avant — Kevin Bacon, who?! — well, at least if you considered yourself a notable figure in the industry. That was made quite clear with the countless celebrity cameos that appeared in his 2019 Netflix documentary, aptly titled The Black Godfather. From Quincy Jones and Jesse Jackson to Snoop Dogg and even forever-favorite President Barack Obama, it was made quite clear that nobody was ever as connected as Clarence was during his prime up until the day of his death. We’re just happy that his honorable reputation in life continues to precede him as his legacy is now discussed posthumously.
To remember just some of the handful of famous individuals he touched, we put together a photographic trip down memory lane that shows how Clarence Avant essentially got the nickname of “The Black Godfather.” Through his abundance of friends, fans and colleagues that were lucky enough to cross paths with him, his memory will surely live on forever.
R.I.P. always, Clarence Avant. Check out these photos below that remind us of how The Black Godfather impacted Black Hollywood:
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1. Clarence Avant and Dave Chappelle
![Clarence Avant and Dave Chappelle](https://blackamericaweb.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2023/08/16921332867317.jpg?w=720&quality=80&strip=all)
2. Jay-Z, Jon Platt, Clarence Avant, and H.E.R.
![Jay-Z, Jon Platt, Clarence Avant, and H.E.R.](https://blackamericaweb.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2023/08/16921332956427.jpg?w=720&quality=80&strip=all)
3. Dionne Warwick, Clarence Avant and Jacqueline Avant
![Dionne Warwick, Clarence Avant and Jacqueline Avant](https://blackamericaweb.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2023/08/16921333069407.jpg?w=720&quality=80&strip=all)
4. Jay-Z, Clarence Avant and Sean “Diddy” Combs
![Jay-Z, Clarence Avant and Sean "Diddy" Combs](https://blackamericaweb.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2023/08/16921333205519.jpg?w=720&quality=80&strip=all)
5. Willie Moore Jr. and Clarence Avant
![Willie Moore Jr. and Clarence Avant](https://blackamericaweb.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2023/08/16921333353343.jpg?w=720&quality=80&strip=all)
6. Clarence Avant and Smokey Robinson
![Clarence Avant and Smokey Robinson](https://blackamericaweb.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2023/08/16921333491556.jpg?w=720&quality=80&strip=all)
7. Clarence Avant and Sylvia Rhone
![Clarence Avant and Sylvia Rhone](https://blackamericaweb.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2023/08/16921333581181.jpg?w=720&quality=80&strip=all)
8. Snoop Dogg and Clarence Avant
![Snoop Dogg and Clarence Avant](https://blackamericaweb.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2023/08/16921333673627.jpg?w=720&quality=80&strip=all)
9. Jacqueline Avant, Queen Latifah and Clarence Avant
![Jacqueline Avant, Queen Latifah and Clarence Avant](https://blackamericaweb.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2023/08/16921333818042.jpg?w=720&quality=80&strip=all)
10. Clarence Avant and Pharrell Williams
![Clarence Avant and Pharrell Williams](https://blackamericaweb.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2023/08/16921333907867.jpg?w=720&quality=80&strip=all)
11. Hill Harper and Clarence Avant
![Hill Harper and Clarence Avant](https://blackamericaweb.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2023/08/16921334000699.jpg?w=720&quality=80&strip=all)
12. Quincy Jones and Clarence Avant
![Quincy Jones and Clarence Avant](https://blackamericaweb.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2023/08/16921334092488.jpg?w=720&quality=80&strip=all)
13. Clarence Avant and Bill Withers
![Clarence Avant and Bill Withers](https://blackamericaweb.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2023/08/1692133418741.jpg?w=720&quality=80&strip=all)
14. Clarence Avant and Jamie Foxx
![Clarence Avant and Jamie Foxx](https://blackamericaweb.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2023/08/1692133427967.jpg?w=720&quality=80&strip=all)
15. Clarence Avant and Motown Records CEO Ethiopia Habtemariam
![Clarence Avant and Motown Records CEO Ethiopia Habtemariam](https://blackamericaweb.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2023/08/16921334372604.jpg?w=720&quality=80&strip=all)
16. Kenny “Babyface” Edmonds and Clarence Avant
![Kenny "Babyface" Edmonds and Clarence Avant](https://blackamericaweb.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2023/08/1692133445885.jpg?w=720&quality=80&strip=all)
17. John Rich, Nicole Avant Sarandos, Sidney Poitier and Clarence Avant
![John Rich, Nicole Avant Sarandos, Sidney Poitier and Clarence Avant](https://blackamericaweb.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2023/08/16921334544564.jpg?w=720&quality=80&strip=all)
18. Lisa Leslie, T.D. Jakes, Halle Berry, Clarence Avant and Chaka Khan
![Lisa Leslie, T.D. Jakes, Halle Berry, Clarence Avant and Chaka Khan](https://blackamericaweb.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2023/08/16921334637587.jpg?w=720&quality=80&strip=all)
19. Jimmy Jam, Terry Lewis and Clarence Avant
![Jimmy Jam, Terry Lewis and Clarence Avant](https://blackamericaweb.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2023/08/16921334728872.jpg?w=720&quality=80&strip=all)
20. Clarence Avant and T.D. Jakes
![Clarence Avant and T.D. Jakes](https://blackamericaweb.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2023/08/16921334817413.jpg?w=720&quality=80&strip=all)
21. Clarence Avant and Debra L. Lee
![Clarence Avant and Debra L. Lee](https://blackamericaweb.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2023/08/16921334907661.jpg?w=720&quality=80&strip=all)
22. Stan Lathan and Clarence Avant
![Stan Lathan and Clarence Avant](https://blackamericaweb.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2023/08/16921334996075.jpg?w=720&quality=80&strip=all)
23. Clarence Avant and L.A. Reid
![Clarence Avant and L.A. Reid](https://blackamericaweb.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2023/08/16921335085429.jpg?w=720&quality=80&strip=all)
24. Ryan Seacrest, Jerry Inzerillo, Randy Jackson, Quincy Jones, Clive Davis, Edward Steiner and Clarence Avant
![Ryan Seacrest, Jerry Inzerillo, Randy Jackson, Quincy Jones, Clive Davis, Edward Steiner and Clarence Avant](https://blackamericaweb.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2023/08/16921335170955.jpg?w=720&quality=80&strip=all)
25. Clarence Avant, Bill Clinton and Berry Gordy
![Clarence Avant, Bill Clinton and Berry Gordy](https://blackamericaweb.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2023/08/16921335262097.jpg?w=720&quality=80&strip=all)
26. Clarence Avant, Chris Tucker and Eddie Murphy
![Clarence Avant, Chris Tucker and Eddie Murphy](https://blackamericaweb.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2023/08/16921335357311.jpg?w=720&quality=80&strip=all)
27. Ken Sunshine, Congresswoman Maxine Waters and Clarence Avant
![Ken Sunshine, Congresswoman Maxine Waters and Clarence Avant](https://blackamericaweb.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2023/08/16921335449617.jpg?w=720&quality=80&strip=all)
28. Clarence Avant, Sheryl Crow and Berry Gordy
![Clarence Avant, Sheryl Crow and Berry Gordy](https://blackamericaweb.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2023/08/16921335537487.jpg?w=720&quality=80&strip=all)
29. Jeanie Weems, Jimmy Jam, Terry Lewis and Clarence Avant
![Jeanie Weems, Jimmy Jam, Terry Lewis and Clarence Avant](https://blackamericaweb.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2023/08/16921335631123.jpg?w=720&quality=80&strip=all)
30. Clarence Avant and Cathy Hughes
![Clarence Avant and Cathy Hughes](https://blackamericaweb.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2023/08/16921040156226.jpg?w=720&quality=80&strip=all)