Obituaries

Roy Ayers, the legendary jazz vibraphonist behind the iconic hit “Everybody Loves the Sunshine,” has passed away at the age of 84. The news was first reported by Variety, which spoke with Ayers’ family. “It is with great sadness that the family of legendary vibraphonist, composer, and producer Roy Ayers announce his passing which occurred […]

There’s sad news to report today concerning music legend, Roberta Flack. Reps for the Grammy-winning singer have confirmed that she died Monday. Variety confirmed the news; she was 88. A statement from her representative noted that Flack died peacefully on the morning of Feb. 24, 2025, surrounded by her family. No cause of death has […]

Voletta Wallace, the mother of the late Christopher “The Notorious B.I.G.” Wallace, has died. According to still-developing reports, Voletta Wallace passed from natural causes. TMZ was the first to report the news of Voletta Wallace’s passing, noting that the retired schoolteacher passed away in Stroudsburg, Penn. The outlet adds that Wallace was in hospice care […]

Former President Jimmy Carter has passed away the the age of 100. The beloved 39th president of the United States lived the longest out of anyone who held the office in the country’s history. He died on Sunday at his family home in Plains, Georgia, according to his son. Before running for president in 1976, […]

Iconic poet Nikki Giovanni, renowned for her trailblazing voice in American literature and activism, has died at the age of 81. A rep for Giovanni confirmed that she passed away peacefully on Dec. 9, surrounded by her lifelong partner, Virginia Fowler, family, and friends. The news was shared with local Virginia news station WDBJ, which […]

Popular Disney influencer Dominique Brown attended a BoxLunch event and died after unknowingly consuming food she was allergic to.

Cissy Houston, the mother of the late Whitney Houston and a two-time Grammy winner singer, has died. She was 91. Houston’s daughter-in-law confirmed to The Associated Press that Houston died Monday morning in her New Jersey home while under hospice care for Alzheimer’s disease. “Our hearts are filled with pain and sadness. We loss the […]

There’s sad news to report about incomparable talent, John Amos. The beloved Emmy-nominated actor best remembered for his role as James Evans Sr. on the groundbreaking sitcom Good Times, has passed away at the age of 84. The news was confirmed by the star’s son, K.C. Amos, who noted to The Hollywood Reporter that the […]

Tito Jackson, co-founder of the groundbreaking Jackson 5 and brother of Michael and Janet Jackson, has sadly passed away. His sons—Taj, TJ, and Taryll—shared the news in a joint Instagram statement describing their father as a man “who cared for everyone.” “It’s with heavy hearts that we announce that our beloved father, Rock & Roll […]

Frankie Beverly, frontman for the R&B soul band Maze Featuring Frankie Beverly, has sadly passed away. He was 77. The news was confirmed via his family who released an official statement on social media. “Grieving the loss of a loved one is a deeply personal and emotional experience. During this time, as we are navigating […]

Sources have confirmed to Radio One Atlanta that Rich Homie Quan has died. TMZ has also confirmed the news via his family and a rep for the Fulton County morgue noting that the platinum-selling rapper died in his Atlanta home. Rich Homie Quan’s family told TMZ Hip Hop that they are “shattered and heartbroken by […]

FatMan Scoop's death came a surprise to many including his friends and family. Many have taken to social media to honor his legacy.