One of the most influential figures in hip-hop history has died. Afrika Bambaataa, widely recognized as a founding father of the hip-hop movement, passed away Thursday at the age of 68, his attorney has confirmed.
The legendary DJ died in Pennsylvania after battling prostate cancer, marking the end of an era for the music genre he helped create and shape.
Bambaataa’s contributions to hip-hop culture extended far beyond music, as he was instrumental in establishing the foundational elements that would define the genre for generations to come.
