According to Questlove, Angie Martinez and others, DJ Clark Kent has not died, despite reports suggesting otherwise.

On Wednesday (October 16) AllHipHop claimed that the veteran DJ, producer and sneakerhead had died due to “an undisclosed illness,” citing unnamed sources.

The Roots drummer quickly shut the story down, writing on Instagram shortly after: “DJ Clark Kent is STILL with us. I know many of you are rushing to say “FIRST!”

“But until there is some word or explanation from his wife or family, can you please stop with this misinformation? No matter how stressful it is.”

Legendary radio host Martinez also debunked the rumor, writing on X (formerly Twitter): “The article that The Source Mag and others posted about the death of DJ Clark Kent is false. Clark is at home with his family. Please do not share any other false information. It is hurtful, deeply irresponsible and untrue.”

Pete Rock also addressed those spreading the baseless news, writing on Instagram: “DJ Clark Kent has not passed away. Stop traumatizing his family message that he has passed away!!

The article that The Source Mag and others posted about the death of DJ Clark Kent is false. Clark is at home with his family. Please do not share any other false information. It is hurtful, deeply irresponsible and untrue.

— Angie Martinez (@angiemartinez) October 16, 2024

DJ Clark Kent himself has not yet responded to the speculation surrounding his health.

The scare comes weeks after it was reported that Angie Martinez is producing a documentary about the 58-year-old, who produced classic songs like JAY-Z’s “Brooklyn’s Finest,” Biggie’s “Sky’s the Limit” and Junior MAFIA’s “Player’s Anthem.”

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Titled God’s Favorite DJ: The Story of DJ Clark Kentwill chronicle his influential four-decade career in hip-hop, exploring how he convinced JAY-Z to pursue rap full-time, “taught The Notorious B.I.G. how to perform like a star” and “coached Lil Kim during her first studio session . .”

The documentary will also feature performances by Hov, Questlove and DJ Khaled, among others.

“DJ Clark Kent is a rare gem whose influence can be seen in almost every era of hip-hop history books,” Martinez said. The Hollywood Reporter. “With our 50-year-old culture sensitive to outside perspectives and agendas, it is important that we spotlight the heroes who push the art form with purity and authenticity.

“I am honored to help share Clark’s many truths with the world.”