According to reports, an eminent politician and media mogul, Percy Sutton has dead. Percy Sutton was 89 years old at the time of his death. The cause of Percy Sutton’s death is not known. The news of the death of Percy Sutton, the man who had represented Malcolm X, was confirmed by Marissa Shorenstein. Marissa Shorenstein is a spokeswoman for Gov. David Paterson. Shorenstein confirmed that Percy Sutton died on Saturday, though she did not know the cause of Sutton’s death.

Percy Sutton’s daughter, Cheryl Sutton was reached by phone on Saturday, but she refused to comment on it. Cheryl Sutton lives in New York City.

Percy Sutton with Malcolm X

Percy Sutton founded Harlem law office in 1953 and for several years, he represented Malcolm X and the slain activist’s family. In 1966, he became highest-ranking black elected official in the state after he took over as Manhattan borough president. Before becoming Manhattan borough president, he also served in the New York State Assembly. Percy Sutton was a son of a slave.

In the World War II, he provided his services to the famed Tuskegee Airmen. Percy Sutton was regarded as a consummate politician and he will be missed greatly. May his soul rest in peace.

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