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John Forté, Grammy-nominated musician who worked with Fugees, dies at 50

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 2 min read 100% complete by Associated Press and agenciesJanuary 14, 2026 at 03:35 PM
John Forté, Grammy-nominated musician who worked with Fugees, dies at 50
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Grammy-nominated musician John Forté, known for his work with the Fugees and solo albums, has died at age 50. He was found dead at his home in Chilmark, Massachusetts, on Monday, with no immediate signs of foul play; the cause of death is under investigation. Forté rose to prominence in his early 20s, contributing to the Fugees' "The Score" and Wyclef Jean's "The Carnival." In 2000, he was arrested for drug trafficking and sentenced to 14 years in prison, but his sentence was commuted by President George W. Bush after seven years. He is survived by his wife and two children. Tributes have been pouring in from fellow musicians and friends, including Wyclef Jean and Amy Schumer.

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