‘New Jack City’ Director Barry Michael Cooper Passes Away At 66 [CONDOLENCES]
‘New Jack City’ Director Barry Michael Cooper Passes Away At 66 [CONDOLENCES]
Barry Michael Cooper, the acclaimed writer behind the 1990s classic “New Jack City,” has passed away at 66 in Baltimore, Maryland, TMZ confirms. Known for penning iconic films like “Above the Rim” featuring Tupac Shakur and “Sugar Hill,” Barry Michael Cooper also produced Netflix’s “She’s Gotta Have It,” series, based on Spike Lee’s groundbreaking film.
Starting his career as a journalist, Barry Michael Cooper wrote for Spin Magazine and the Village Voice, showcasing his storytelling talents before transitioning to screenwriting. Just a week before his passing, Cooper honored Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy in a heartfelt Instagram post on January 15.
The Maryland Chief Medical Examiner’s Office confirmed his death on Tuesday. Cooper’s contributions to film and television left an indelible mark, particularly within the hip-hop and urban storytelling genres. Fans and collaborators mourn the loss of this visionary storyteller.
Prayers to his fans and loved ones.
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