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2Pac's Producer Kills Self In Jail

Posted Oct 5th 2008 8:25AM by TMZ Staff

A DUI bust may have triggered the suicide of a big time hip-hop producer.

Johnny Jackson, aka Johnny J -- famous for such albums as Tupac Shakur's "All Eyez on Me" -- was in L.A. County Jail after getting arrested for DUI. Authorities say he took his own life by jumping off a tier in the jail.

Johnny J also produced the epic jam "Knockin' Boots" by Candyman.

He leaves a wife and two children. He was 39 years old.

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46. Oh please, he wasn't trying to kill himself he was trying to escape.

Posted at 12:50PM on Oct 6th 2008 by Erica

47. bless his wife and children

Posted at 3:49PM on Oct 6th 2008 by hollywood resident

48. didn't this producer write a book or was writting one about the crooked ethics of death row records. so sorry 2 hear about
his death ,but something is fishy hear don't sound right hmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm

Posted at 12:25AM on Oct 7th 2008 by oakbread

49. Something's not right with this picture - jumping off a tier in custody, just over a DUI. Also, typical of TMZ to post a pic and not bother to point out which person they are talking about.

Posted at 2:50PM on Oct 7th 2008 by Ms_Tell_It_Like_It_Is

50. There is no way Johnny would have comitted suicide. He was a husband a Father i can't believe he would do that or put his family through this. Something is WRONG with this picture. I am so sorry for your loss your Family are in my thoughts and PRAYERS......

Posted at 6:07PM on Oct 7th 2008 by Maude

51. PUSHED MORE LIKELY!! SAD R-I-P. TELL 2PAC WILL CHILL WI HIM WEN GET THERE!!!

Posted at 1:27PM on Dec 10th 2008 by Marco Tupac Howard

52. I met him a couple of years ago at a studio for an album listening.Very pleasant and down to earth guy.......His death is such a tremendous loss but all of his hits shall live on. R.I.P Johnny J

Posted at 3:38PM on Oct 8th 2008 by such a loss

53. this is a terrible traggedy for me and my family. I am Johhny's cousin Kim. The family is torn apart behind this. There's definitely more to this story than what we are told. The truth will be revealed sooner than later. P.s. I remember you Shelly, I am Jackie's little sister...Anyways i hope you all can make it to the funeral on Saturday.

Posted at 3:06PM on Oct 10th 2008 by calikim

54. For commentor #1, and # 5, Don't worry yourselves you'll soon find somewhere comfortable to jump off of like he did...

Posted at 3:27PM on Oct 10th 2008 by Gangsta

55. To all of those who want to attend the viewing it will be Today between 3:00- 8:00 at First AME Church. The funeral services will be held at "The Inglewood Cemetary" @ 10:00 am...Please come to support the family. Johnny was a very beautiful person, we as his family will get to the bottom of this....To all of his friends from the neighborhood where we were raised and grew up, Remember Johnny for who he was , Comedian, dancer, MUSICIAN>>>> I was only about 5-6 years old when he used to break dance with Candyman, Tea Fly & Bo!!! right in front of his parents house on 103rd N Budlong.Those are the memories we hold deep in our hearts....To contact the family hit up cali.kim.661@gmail.com...Thanxx.Johnny we always LOVED YOU! RIP..

Posted at 10:34PM on Oct 12th 2008 by Calikim

56. Legendary Death Row vocalist Nanci Fletcher ("Keep tha heads ringin",etc) has issued a statement in response to the tragic death of producer and dear friend, Johnny J. An integral part of the Death Row legacy, Ms.Fletcher,is considered to be one of the most reclusive original members of the rap dynasty.

Her statement reads: I an stunned and deeply saddened to hear about the death of such a talented and positive person. In addition to being an amazing producer, Johnny J was a good friend and a truly inspiring spirit. He always radiated humor and an infectious optimism. My memories of recording with Johnny on projects for Tupac, his lovely wife Capucine and others are sprinkled with laughs and happiness. I am grateful for the opportunity to work with him and create music that will stand as hip-hop "evergreens". It is easy to see why Tupac adored Johnny. My prayers go out to his family,his lovely wife Capucine and his many fans. The love between Johnny and Capucine was rare and I was blessed to witness such affection between two people. Johnny J loved life and there will be time later to question the facts about his death. For now, we must focus on his great legacy of music and honor his wonderful spirit. My only comfort is the hope that he rejoins his friend Tupac and is finally at peace.

Posted at 2:27PM on Oct 12th 2008 by BlackAlive Entertainment

57. You know, I am not seeing or reading anything about Johnny's daughter before he married and this is a travesty!!! I am hoping no one is forgetting or kicking this child to the side out of greed! If so, I feel sorry for them!

Posted at 10:34PM on Oct 17th 2008 by Lela

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