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The Irish Sun
24-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Kind-hearted Fulham star Alex Iwobi wants to keep charity work off the pitch as he opens up on struggles
GENEROUS Alex Iowbi wants to keep his charity work strictly OFF the pitch. Fulham made a habit of taking points off the big boys last season but giving too many against the teams they felt they should beat. 9 Alex Iwobi and his Project 17 charity hosted their P17 Cup on Sunday Credit: Max Cheshire / Project 17 9 Fulham will want to cut out giving away too many easy points next season Credit: Reuters League doubles over Newcastle and Nottingham Forest were supplemented by beating Chelsea and But painful defeats to Wolves, West Ham, Everton and two against struggling Manchester United denied the So rather than handing out freebies to their Prem rivals, Iwobi is determined to keep supporting those less fortunate with his Set up in 2021, Iwobi was keen to use his public profile and platform to make a positive impact in society. READ MORE ON FOOTBALL Ventures have included a homeless shelter and setting up a shop of free food at Christmas. And this weekend was the latest P17 Cup - his very own football tournament. After previous editions in Dagenham and Enfield, this year's event was in Bromley in association with ACLT, a life-saving charity working to increase the number of black blood, stem cell and organ donors. Representation in blood donation is urgent. Only two per cent of donors are black, yet conditions like sickle cell disease primarily affect black communities. Most read in Football CASINO SPECIAL - BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS Iwobi, 29, told SunSport: 'We're trying to raise awareness for people that are suffering with sickle cell and educate others. 'We started Project 17 after Covid lockdown when my secondary school boys said I should show I'm human and there's more to me than just football. Ex-Arsenal ace Alex Iwobi releases music video for his second single What's Luv as fans call it 'great retirement plan' 'Obviously, I like to do the music, I like to do fashion and I also like to also give back to charities. 'It's not just the good, but also the bad stuff as well. I want people to know that not only that I go through the great times, but there's also tough times in my life. 'For example, everyone suffers with mental illness or mental struggles. I do have my struggles as well.' Iwobi says honest and vulnerable conversations about mental health take place in the But there have also been frank conversations about results, especially after slipping up against teams Marco Silva's men expected to beat last season. WHAT IS SICKLE CELL DISEASE? SICKLE cell disease is a genetic condition that prevents red blood cells from developing properly. The cells can become abnormally shaped and die quicker than healthy blood cells, raising the risk of clots or blood vessel blockages. Most people live normal lives with the condition but it can trigger flare-ups called sickle cell crises, when symptoms become painful and may lead to complications. Signs include: Dizziness Pain Tiredness and weakness Headaches Shortness of breath Patients with sickle cell disorders are also at higher risk of infections, anaemia (low blood iron), gallstones, stroke, high blood pressure and kidney problems. There is no definitive cure for sickle cell disease and many patients require treatment throughout their lives. An estimated 15,000 people in England have it and it is more common in black people. The West Londoners paid the price last season by finishing 11th. Now after seeing Iwobi added: 'Of course. We were so close last season to achieving Europe. 'We always seem to do well against the so-called bigger teams. I don't know if we just mentally get psyched up and prepared to play. 'They are a bit more open in the sense that they all want to attack, attack, attack. They may leave a few more gaps for us to exploit. 'But against the least-favoured teams, the teams we should be favoured to win, we seem to struggle a bit more, they defend patiently. 'We're trying to work on it in training. Hopefully, next season, we'll find ways to break down teams that like to defend with 11 men behind the ball and produce a lot more consistent results.' 9 The Fulham star is keen to give back to the community Credit: Max Cheshire / Project 17 9 Iwobi described the Craven Cottage changing room as a 'brotherhood' Credit: Getty 9 Iwobi scored in the famous win over Liverpool Credit: Getty 9 The P17 Cup was in association with ACLT raising awareness for sickle cell disease Credit: Max Cheshire / Project 17 9 Iwobi launched his charity in 2021 Credit: Max Cheshire / Project 17 9 The tournament, this time in Bromley, has expanded each year Credit: Max Cheshire / Project 17 9 The Fulham star has used his public profile for good - but admits he has had times of struggle Credit: Max Cheshire / Project 17
Associated Press
06-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Associated Press
Irv Gotti, music executive who created Murder Inc. Records, dies at 54
NEW YORK (AP) — Irv Gotti, the boisterous, smiley music mogul who founded Murder Inc. Records and was behind major hip-hop and R&B artists, has died. He was 54. Def Jam Recordings, which was the parent company of Murder Inc., announced Gotti's death in a statement late Wednesday night. It did not give a cause of death. Gotti, whose real name was Irving Lorenzo, created the iconic hip-hop and R&B imprint with his brother in the late 1990s, with the label gaining worldwide prominence through platinum-selling artists Ashanti and Ja Rule. Gotti also worked with some of rap's most legendary artists like Jay-Z, Nas and DMX, among other huge names in the genre. 'His creative genius and unwavering dedication to the culture birthed countless hits, defining an era of music that continues to resonate with fans worldwide,' the statement from Def Jam read. Murder Inc.'s blazing run in the early 2000s produced some of music's biggest crossover records, usually involving his two biggest stars, like Ja Rule and Ashanti's 'Always On Time,' 'I'm Real' by Jennifer Lopez and Ja Rule, 'Foolish' by Ashanti and 'What's Luv' by Fat Joe featuring Ja Rule and Ashanti. Gotti also produced 'Can I Get A... ' by Jay-Z, Amil and Ja Rule, and DMX's 'We Don't Give A (expletive)' with Jadakiss and Sheek Louch. Gotti earned a Grammy in 2004 for best R&B song for Ashanti's 'Rock Wit U (Awww Baby).' The label, which got its name after Gotti watched a documentary on the original Murder, Inc. crew of mob hitmen, once came under investigation for allegedly laundering drug money for a notorious crack kingpin, leading to criminal charges against Gotti. He was eventually acquitted. The bad press around the investigation led to Gotti dropping the word 'Murder' from the title of the label to change its name to The Inc. 'All of these big records, and people would still come back and focus on the negative word 'murder,'' he said when he announced the change. Still, Gotti never changed the nickname he shared with the late Gambino family boss John Gotti, which he said was given to him by Jay-Z. 'I ain't going to change it,' he said of his name. Along with his hitmaking and music prowess, Gotti was known for his involvement in one of hip-hop's most notorious beefs between 50 Cent and Ja Rule. The long-standing feud began more than 25 years ago and resulted in dis records and at least one physical confrontation. It was never resolved. In more recent years, Gotti drew criticism from music fans for speaking about an alleged relationship with Ashanti in interviews, a claim that she has denied. Lyor Cohen, a former Def Jam executive who is now global head of music at YouTube and Google, said 'Def Jam has lost one of it's most creative soldiers.' 'He was hip hop, and when we were on bended knee he brought the heat and saved our asses. He comes from a very tight, beautiful family from Queens and it's an honor and a privilege to have known him. Irv you will be missed,' Cohen said in a statement.
Buzz Feed
06-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Buzz Feed
Irv Gotti, Famed Music Exec Known For Signing Ashanti And Ja Rule, Has Died At Age 54
Irv Gotti, a respected music producer, entrepreneur, and record executive, has died at the age of 54. Although his cause of death has yet to be revealed, the music mogul reportedly suffered through multiple strokes in recent years while dealing with diabetes-related issues. Widely known for founding the successful record label Murder Inc., Irv — born Irving Domingo Lorenzo Jr. — helped build the careers of some of the biggest names in music, including Ja Rule, Ashanti, and DMX. It was impossible to turn on the radio between the late '90s and mid-'00s without hearing one of his produced singles-turned-smash hip hop, R&B, or crossover hits. "Foolish" by Ashanti, "I'm Real" by Ja Rule ft. "Always On Time" by Ja Rule ft. Ashanti, "Gangsta Lovin'" by Eve ft. Alicia Keys, "What's Luv" by Fat Joe ft. Ja Rule and Ashanti, and "Southside" by Lloyd ft. Ashanti don't even begin to cover it. Before launching his prominent label, Murder Inc., in 1998, Irv worked as an A&R at Def Jam, where he helped sign Jay-Z, DMX, and Ja Rule. Irv is survived by his three children, Angie, Sonny, and JJ; his mother, Nee Nee Lorenzo; sisters, Tina and Angie; and his brother, Chris Lorenzo, with whom he co-founded Murder Inc. Dia Dipasupil / Getty Images for WEtv Instagram: @defjam Instagram: @ruffryders Prince Williams / Getty Images / Instagram: @oldmanebro
