Obituaries

While death is inevitably a part of life, that truth doesn’t make it any easier to say goodbye to those who have died

Cleveland Browns legend Jim Brown has passed away. He was 87.

Chuck Brown, born Charles Louis Brown was a singer, songwriter, and guitarist. He is often referred to as the “Godfather of Go-Go” for his significant contributions to the development and popularization of the Go-Go music genre in Washington, D.C. Chuck Brown began his musical career in the 1960s, initially performing as a guitarist in various […]

The sports world is mourning the death of one of their Olympic gold stars Tori Bowie, who died at the young age of 32.

Jerry Springer, one of the most influential and controversial TV personalities of all time, has passed away. He was 79.

We celebrate Harry Belafonte's legacy of art, activism and achievement with a gallery featuring him and his prolific friends inside. 

Harry Belafonte, a barrier-breaking entertainer and a powerful pillar in the fight for civil rights, has joined the ancestors.  Longtime spokesman Ken Sunshine confirmed to the New York Times that Belafonte died in his Manhattan home on Tuesday morning (April 25) of congestive heart failure. He was 96. 

We are sad to report that Isaac "Ike" Wiley, drummer and co-founder of the legendary funk group The Dazz Band, has passed away at the age of 69. The official Facebook page of the band confirmed his passing on Sunday, April 23:  "The Dazz Band is saddened to learn about the recent passing of our original amazing, talented and gifted drummer, Mr. Ike Wiley. Sending our love, prayers, and wishes for comfort to his family, as we hold each other up on this day. May he rest in paradise."

Rasheeda Williams, also known as Koko Da Doll, who starred in Sundance Film Festival doc Kokomo City, was fatally shot in Atlanta.

We are sad to report that Otis Redding III, the youngest son of the iconic soul singer who became a revered musician in his own right, has died at the age of 59. As reported by ABC affiliate WGXA in Macon, GA, Bibb County Coroner Leon Jones confirmed Redding’s death at a local hospital on Tuesday […]

It's been reported that former Cleveland Browns player Chris Smith passed away. He was 31.

Creator of Cash App Bob Lee was stabbed to death in San Francisco. Read more details on the story and fan reactions inside.