John Singleton, director of the groundbreaking 1991 movie about United States inner city life "Boyz n the Hood", died Monday at the age of 51, his family announced, triggering a flood of tributes hailing him as an "inspiration." Singleton had been placed in a medically-induced coma after suffering a stroke several weeks ago, and his family had earlier made known their intention to take the filmmaker off life support. "John passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family and friends," they said in a statement quoted by media including USA Today and NBC News. "Our hearts are heavier today... as we mourn this tremendous loss," said Directors Guild of America director Thomas Sc...
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