John Forté passed away in January at the age of 50 after being discovered unresponsive on his kitchen floor by a neighbor. The neighbor quickly alerted authorities, but by the time they arrived, there was nothing they could do. Forté was pronounced dead at the scene.
At the time, officials stated that no foul play was involved. However, his cause of death was not immediately made public. Now, according to the Vineyard Gazette, the state medical examiner has confirmed that he died from complications related to influenza A.
It was also reported that a seizure disorder contributed to his passing. Forté had been managing the condition with medication following a serious health incident that led to hospitalization more than two years before his death.
John Forté's Death
Following the news, tributes poured in from fans and fellow artists alike, including members of Fugees such as Wyclef Jean, Pras, and Lauryn Hill. Hill shared a heartfelt message on Instagram, reflecting on their bond.
"I can’t remember the exact moment I met John Forte or Forte as we used to call him, but I know we became fast friends very soon after," she wrote in part, "I loved him, my family loved him… I remember meeting his mom with her sweet voice for the first time and walking New York City streets with him in full youthful fascination mode."
"Our generation of hip hop was young and at the ascent of its epic rise. We were both there…participating and taking it all in, full of excitement and possibility. Forte was a gentlemen and a scholar with a strong pen, deep soul, and kind heart," Hill continued. "This loss is unexpected and surreal and my heart aches… for his family, for his wife, for his children, for his friends, and for all of us who were blessed to know him. I Love you John. Rest in peace gentle King."
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