Recent reports from MTV have revealed that the corpse of Shakir Stewart, the executive for Def Jam Records, was found last night (November 1).

While all of the details on the situation have not yet emerged, the exec was said to have been found dead in Atlanta.

Authorities have reason to believe that the death of Shakir Stewart was the result of a suicide after his body was found with a self-inflicted bullet wound.

Since the incident, Def Jam has issued the following statement:

“L.A. Reid and all of us at Island Def Jam Music Group are deeply saddened by the passing of our dear friend and colleague Shakir Stewart. Shakir was an amazing man, in every sense of the word. A truly incredible friend and father who was an inspiration to not only our artists and employees, but to his family and the many people who had the privilege of counting him as a friend. Our hearts and prayers go out to his family at this very difficult time.”

After Jay-Z had stepped down as Def Jam’s exec in 2007, Stewart replaced him earlier this year.

The 34 year-old, leaves behind his wife and children.

that's sad, I mean really. Rest in peace

wow thats sad he took his own life. being a record executive isnt a walk in the park.

RIP

^ but it sure pays like your taking one

he probaly was going through major deppresion .