Mister Cee

Not to be confused with Mr. Cee.

Mister Cee
Mister Cee in 1997
Mister Cee in 1997
Background information
Birth nameCalvin LeBrun
Also known as
  • The Finisher
  • The Wallop King
  • DJ Mister Cee
Born(1966-08-17)August 17, 1966
New York City, U.S.
DiedApril 10, 2024(2024-04-10) (aged 57)
New York City, U.S.
GenresHip hop
Occupations
  • Disc jockey
  • record executive
  • radio personality
  • broadcaster
Years active1987–2024
Formerly of

Calvin LeBrun (August 17, 1966 – April 10, 2024), known professionally as Mister Cee or DJ Mister Cee, was an American DJ, broadcaster, record executive, and radio personality. Credited with the discovery of both rappers, he guest featured on Big Daddy Kane's 1988 debut album Long Live the Kane, and served as associate executive producer for the Notorious B.I.G.'s 1994 debut album, Ready to Die.[1][2][3] Mister Cee is widely considered to be a pioneering figure in East Coast hip hop.[4]

  1. ^ Mister Cee, Hot 97, Archived 2006-10-26 at the Wayback Machine.
  2. ^ Horowitz, Steven (April 10, 2024). "Mister Cee, Big Daddy Kane's DJ and Notorious B.I.G.'s Producer, Dies at 57". Variety. Archived from the original on April 10, 2024. Retrieved April 10, 2024.
  3. ^ Perkins, Tai (April 10, 2024). "Legendary DJ Mister Cee Has Passed Away". Hot 97. Archived from the original on April 10, 2024. Retrieved April 10, 2024.
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