Two-time Oscar-nominated directorJohn Singletonwill be taken off life supportfollowing a stroke, the 51-year-olds family has confirmed.

The statement also indicates Singleton quietly struggled with hypertension, a condition characterized by abnormally high blood pressure.

He was treated at the ICU under great medical care, according to a release.

HOLLYWOOD, CA - FEBRUARY 24: John Singleton attends the 91st Annual Academy Awards at Hollywood and Highland on February 24, 2019 in Hollywood, California. (Photo by Steve Granitz/WireImage)

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