David Crus, the former boyfriend of Jennifer Lopez passed away on Saturday.

According to the New York City Office of Chief Medical Examiner former boyfriend of Lopez, whom she dated for 10 years died Saturday after succumbing to heart disease. He was fifty-one years old.

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Lopez and her former flame began dating in high school.

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According to People Magazine, the two got together when Lopez was 15 years old and they dated through the mid-1990s and broke up just before she took up her role in "Selena." During their time together, Cruz was often spotted accompanying Lopez to premieres and entertainment events including the premier of "Money Train" premiere in November 1995, which saw Lopez starring alongside Wesley Snipes and Woody Harrelson.

Cruz's longtime partner spoke with TMZ about his death describing him as "kind" and a "devoted father."

"He was kind and loving. He never held on to anything and was always very open. He was a devoted father, he helped raise his step-son who is now in the Marines," Cruz's partner, identified only as Isa by TMZ said in a statement. "He loved the Yankees and Knicks. He loved going to the theatre with me. My favorite moment was family date night, because it wasn't just special for me but for the kids as well. He always made sure to end things with an 'I love you.'"

Lopez has yet to make a statement about Cruz's death.