Jam Master Jay, born Jason Mizell, was an American rap musician and producer, best known as a member of Run-DMC. As the first rap group to attract a worldwide audience, Run-DMC is credited with bringing hip-hop into the cultural mainstream. Run-DMC’s hit songs included “It’s Like That” and “Walk This Way.” On October 30, 2002, Jam Master Jay was fatally shot. He was 37 years old. In 2024 two men were found guilty of his murder, though one of the convictions was later overturned. In 2026 a third man pleaded guilty to being involved in the murder.
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