Jamal Edwards, a British music entrepreneur and YouTube star who helped launch the careers of artists from the likes of Ed Sheeran, Jessie J and Dave, has died at age 31.
Edwards died Sunday morning after suffering a sudden illness, his mother, singer and "Loose Women" presenter Brenda Edwards said in a statement Monday.Chris Jackson / Getty Images file
"Jamal was an inspiration to myself and so many. Our love for him lives on, his legacy lives on," she added. Edwards was an early YouTube user, using the platform to share music and videos he recorded of upcoming artists. He went on to found SBTV, becoming a prominent figure in the music world., shared on Feb. 17, Edwards wished Sheeran a happy birthday, writing:"Blessed to have you in my life brother. You know you’ve been mates a long time when you lose count on the years!"
In 2014, Edwards was appointed an MBE for services to music. He also became an ambassador for the Prince's Trust, a charity run by the Prince of Wales that helps young people establish their own businesses.
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