Florida Sentinel Bulletin

Mister Cee, Legendary Hip-Hop DJ

From the early days of Notorious B.I.G. to the rise of 50 Cent, legendary hip-hop DJ Mister Cee was a pivotal figure in the New York City rap scene and the careers of some of its greatest performers.

The entertainer, born Calvin Lebrun, has died at 57, confirmed Audacy, the parent company of 94.7 The Block — the radio station that Mr. Cee had worked at and had a weekday show playing throwback hits.

“Tonight I share the sad news of the sudden passing of our 94.7 The Block colleague & friend, Mister Cee,” Market President Chris Oliviero said in a statement on Wednesday. “A true iconic personality that left a lasting mark on the music and lifestyle culture of New York City and beyond.”

Skip Dillard, 94.7 The Block’s brand manager, also commented on Mr. Cee’s passing in statement, adding “The Block family are heartbroken but thankful for a chance to work with one of the most influential figures in NYC contemporary music history!”

Dillard also posted a heartfelt message on X, sharing the news.

“Your legacy will live on,” Dillard captioned a photo of the DJ. “God Bless your family. You’ve earned your rest. Well done….@djmistercee.”

Cut – DJ Mister Cee in New York in 2021.

Borgella Antoine’s family said he is being held for $500,000 ransom.

MIAMI — It has been over two weeks since the family of Steeve Pierre, a Miami resident originally from Haiti, received the dreaded phone call asking for a ransom for the release of his cousin.

Pierre, 40, who came from Haiti in 2019 and owns a landscaping business in Miami, said his cousin, Borgella Antoine, went missing in Haiti at the end of February. Antoine, a truck driver, was delivering goods when he was kidnapped by members of a gang.

“At the beginning, we were trying to do something,” Pierre said. “I even sent money to Haiti in an effort to raise enough money to get him released.”

But the gang started asking for more money and now wants $500,000. It’s too much for Pierre’s family, and the owner of the truck company he works for is now trying to negotiate to lower the ransom.

“It’s very stressful for all the family. Whenever your phone rings you’re afraid to answer because you don’t know what the news will be,” Pierre said. “We’re praying he’s alive and will come home safe.”

Bobby Brown and His Wife Alicia

Nationwide — R&B icon Bobby Brown and his wife, Alicia, recently received honorary doctorates in humanity from Leaders Esteem Christian Bible University. The honor recognizes their impactful charity work, especially through the Bobbi Kristina Serenity House.

The ceremony happened on Bobbi Kristina’s birthday at the Taglyan Complex during the 4th Annual Gala of the Bobbi Kristina Serenity House, according to Because of Them We Can. The event celebrated the organization’s expansion to Los Angeles, alongside its presence in Boston and Atlanta.

The event was a star-studded affair, with guests donning purple and elegant masks to support the fight against domestic violence. The city of Houston also honored Brown by declaring September 23rd as “Bobby Brown Day.”

Despite the tragic loss of Bobbi Kristina, her legacy thrives through the organization. It offers safe havens, promotes mental health awareness, and provides resources for domestic abuse survivors.

In a heartfelt letter on the organization’s website, Bobby Brown reaffirmed his commitment to ending domestic violence. He emphasized giving a voice to the voiceless and building a world free from such violence.