Just the other day, we were all talking about how Evel Knievel has resolved his dispute with Kanye. The two met at Evel’s mansion and straightened things out like grown men. He even had some nice things to say about Mr. West. Now SportsIllustrated.com is reporting that the 69-year old daredevil has kicked the bucket.

Knievel’s death was confirmed by his granddaughter, Krysten Knievel. He had been in failing health for years, suffering from diabetes and pulmonary fibrosis, an incurable condition that scarred his lungs.

I doubt there’s any concrete correlation here, but Kanye must be thinking: “Damn, this can’t be right. Why’s everyone I get in contact with keeps dying?”