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Rapper DMX, one of the most successful hip-hop artists to emerge from the '90s with his iconic gruff delivery, died on April 9 at the age of 50. 'We are […] The post Rapper and Ruff Ryders Alum DMX Dead At Age 50 appeared first on Essence.
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Nipsey Hussle’s Girlfriend Pens Moving Tribute to Mark 2nd Anniversary of Tragic Death: ‘I Love You Eternally’
By Victor Omondi Nipsey Hussle was murdered outside his Marathon clothing store in Los Angeles on March 31, 2019. Hussle’s girlfriend Lauren London led fans and celebrities on Instagram in paying a touching tribute in honor of the late father of her son. On the day of his tragic death, Eric
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'Goodfellas' Star Ray Liotta Has Died At 67
Beloved Hollywood veteran Ray Liotta has died at the age of 67 while on location in the Dominican Republic where he was shooting a movie.
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Cicely Tyson, Hollywood Trailblazer For Black Actresses, Dies At 96
Cicely Tyson, the legendary Black actress who set a standard for class on stage and on screen, died Thursday. The legendary actress won an Emmy and Tony Award and was the first Black actress to receive an honorary Oscar.
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Traci Braxton Passes Away At 50 After Private Battle With Cancer
Traci Braxton, singer, actress, reality star, and member of the famed Braxton family has passed away. She was 50 years old. Her husband, Kevin Surratt, shared the news of her […] The post Traci Braxton Passes Away At 50 After Private Battle With Cancer appeared first on Essence.
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Fan Shares How DMX Inspired Her To Forgive Her Father Who Died of Addiction
Since the announcement of Earl “DMX” Simmons’ death, millions of fans have taken to social media to honor his life and career. The impact of the Yonkers rap legend is […] The post Fan Shares How DMX Inspired Her To Forgive Her Father Who Died of Addiction appeared first on Essence.
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John “Ecstasy” Fletcher Of Legendary Hip-Hop Group Whodini, Dies At 56
John Fletcher, the rapper better known as "Ecstasy" from the hip-hop group Whodini, died on Dec. 23. He was 56-years-old.
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Joe Clark, Inspiration Behind 1989 Film 'Lean On Me,' Dead At 82
We are sad to report that New Jersey high school principal, Joe Clark, has died at 82. He was the inspiration behind Morgan Freeman's character in the 1989 film Lean […] The post Joe Clark, Inspiration Behind 1989 Film 'Lean On Me,' Dead At 82 appeared first on Essence.
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David Dinkins, The First Black Mayor of New York City, Passes at 93
Dinkins's death comes just a little more than a month after his wife, Joyce Burrows Dinkins, died at the age of 89.
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Black Country Music Legend Charley Pride Dies From COVID-19 Complications
COVID-19 has yet again claimed the life of a Black legend. Charley Pride, the nation’s first Black country music superstar, passed away on Saturday at age 86. The 'Kiss An […] The post Black Country Music Legend Charley Pride Dies From COVID-19 Complications appeared first on Essence.
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There Will Never Be Another Rap Icon Like DMX
It is with a heavy heart to announce that the man born Earl Simmons, better known as international rap superstar DMX, has died. He was 50 years old. The rapper […] The post There Will Never Be Another Rap Icon Like DMX appeared first on Essence.
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Floyd Little, Broncos Hall of Fame running back, dies at age 78 - African American News Today - EIN Presswire
The first great player in Broncos history has passed away. Floyd Little, the franchise’s star during years of struggles in the 1960s and ‘70s, died at his home in Las Vegas following a battle with a rare form of cell cancer.
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‘Elvis’ Actress Shonka Dukureh Found Dead In Her Apartment
Actress Shonka Dukureh has been found dead inside her Nashville apartment, right on the heels of a standout role in the new 'Elvis' biopic.
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Kobe, RBG, Trebek and more: Remembering influential people who died in 2020 - African American News Today - EIN Presswire
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Keyshia Cole's Mom, Frankie Lons, Has Passed Away
Frankie Lons, the vibrant mother of singer Keyshia Cole, who became a popular figure after appearing on Keyshia Cole: The Way It Is in 2006, has passed away. News of […] The post Keyshia Cole's Mom, Frankie Lons, Has Passed Away appeared first on Essence.
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Vanessa Bryant Remembers Kobe, Gigi For 1-Year Anniversary Of Their Deaths
"I will never understand why/how this tragedy could’ve happened," she wrote in the emotional tribute, alongside a letter from one of Gigi's best friends.
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Cicely Tyson, 96, Has Passed Away
Hollywood is grieving. Cicely Tyson, the multiple award winning actress on stage and screen, has passed away. She was 96 years old. Whether she was giving life to Kunta Kinte […] The post Cicely Tyson, 96, Has Passed Away appeared first on Essence.
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We Remember: Ralph Tavares, Eldest Brother in R&B Group Tavares, Dies at 79
Ralph Tavares of the R&B group Tavares died Wednesday at his home in South Dartmouth, Massachusetts. He was 79, and would’ve turned 80 today, Dec. 10. His cause of death has not yet been released.
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Actress Natalie Desselle-Reid Passes Away At Age 53
We are sad to report on the passing of actress Natalie Desselle-Reid, who appeared in movies such as B*A*P*S, Set It Off, Cinderella and Madea's Big Happy Family. She also […] The post Actress Natalie Desselle-Reid Passes Away At Age 53 appeared first on Essence.
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The Broadway and televison community is mourning the loss of singer and actress Marion Ramsey who died at her home in Los Angeles today. She was 73. Roger Paul of […] The post 'Police Academy' Actress Marion Ramsey Dead At 73 appeared first on Essence.
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For many journalists everywhere, Larry King paved the way forward. He had an unconventional approach that made him one of the most trusted names in the industry. But on Saturday, […] The post Remembering CNN Legend Larry King appeared first on Essence.
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