Roy Black, a noted criminal defense attorney and husband of Real Housewives of Miami alum Lea Black, has died. Roy died Monday, July 21, at his home in Coral Gables, Florida, after an illness, Lea confirmed to PEOPLE. He was 80.

The death of Roy Black marks the passing of one of America’s most prominent criminal defense attorneys. Known for representing high-profile clients over a five-decade career, Black passed away on July 21,

Lea Black reached out to friends, family and fans Tuesday after word spread that her husband had passed away. Top criminal defense lawyer Roy Black, whose clients included numerous celebrities and prominent figures,