Obituaries

The second-generation rapper was reportedly gunned down as he visited Atlanta for All-Star Weekend.

The details of Wailer's death have yet to be revealed but it has been reported that the singer and songwriter passed away in his native Jamaica.

Vernon Jordan, a trailblazing and influential civil rights leader in the fields of law, business and Washington politics, died Monday, according to reports. Jordan was 85 years old.

Born Mark Anthony Morales, Prince Markie Dee came to fame as a member of the seminal early 80's Rap group the Fat Boys, originally known as The Disco 3, alongside rapper Kool Rock Ski and beatboxing maestro Buffy aka The Human Beat Box, who unfortunately passed away in 1995.

Prince Markie Dee born Mark Anthony Morales was 1/3 of The Fat Boys. It was confirmed Thursday, February 18th that he passed away at the age of 52. He will live on forever in 1980 classics like the films Krush Groove and Disorderlies.  The cause of death has not been confirmed. Our deepest condolences to […]

Mary Wilson, a founding member of the legendary singing trio, "The Supremes," has passed away. In a statement, Wilson's longtime publicist Jay Schwartz said she passed at her home in Henderson, Nevada. No cause of death has been revealed at this time.

Trailblazer Dianne Durham, the first Black senior national gymnastics champion, has died at age 52. The Gary, IN native’s husband, Tom Drahozal, confirmed she passed away at a Chicago hospital after a short illness. List Of Celebrities + Public Figures Who Died in 2021 Drahozal told ESPN: “She passed peacefully. She was the love of […]

When news of his passing began making the rounds, the outpouring of sentiments and love from fans and Hip-Hop icons was immediate as we all knew another legend was lost.

Rapper Double K, born Michael Turner, of Los Angeles-based Hip-Hop duo People Under the Stairs has passed away.

Cicely Tyson, the legendary and pioneering actress recognized for her stirring portrayals of strong Black women on the big and small screens and stage alike, has died. Here's a glimpse of her amazing life in photos.

In remembrance of the legendary model and actress, enjoy a gallery of her most beautiful moments over the years. Rest well, Cicely Tyson!