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Lauryn Hill Remembers John Forté, 50, With Personal Tribute After Sudden Death

Hill's tribute recalls his Fugees-era contributions, a recent onstage reunion, the shock of his loss.

Overview

  • Hill posted a January 15 Instagram tribute with throwback photos and memories from their early New York City years.
  • She said she introduced Forté to Wyclef Jean and Pras Michel, after which he joined the Refugee Camp collective tied to the Fugees.
  • Forté was credited on The Score and is widely noted for producing the Fugees track “Fu-Gee-La.”
  • Hill wrote that Forté rejoined her onstage during the Miseducation anniversary tour and that they had spoken only weeks before his passing.
  • Forté died at 50 after a sudden passing at his home on January 12, and no official cause of death has been released.