Obituaries
As we’ve come to understand year after year, day after day even, death is unfortunately an inevitable part of life. Still, as much of a fact as that may be, the blow of experiencing loss never gets any easier, nor does reporting on the subject in Black culture.
Former Colts Defensive Tackle Arthur Jones Passes Away at 39 Arthur Jones, a former NFL defensive tackle and Super Bowl champion, has passed away at the age of 39. The Baltimore Ravens, where Jones began his career, confirmed the news in a statement on Friday. The cause of death has not been disclosed. Jones was […]
Conservationist Jane Goodall Passes Away at 91 While on U.S. Speaking Tour Renowned primatologist and conservationist Dr. Jane Goodall has passed away at the age of 91 due to natural causes while on a speaking tour in California. Her death, confirmed by the Jane Goodall Institute, marks the end of a groundbreaking career that transformed […]
‘Nicest Judge In The World’ Frank Caprio Passes Away at 88 Judge Frank Caprio, affectionately known as the “nicest judge in the world,” has passed away at the age of 88 after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. Known for his compassion, humor, and humanity, Caprio became a global sensation through his viral courtroom moments […]
ATL rapper Young Scooter has died as he reportedly fled Atlanta Police in Southeast Atlanta on Mar. 28, his 39th birthday.
Sha'Vi Lewis, a Clark Atlanta alum who competed in Bravo's fashion-competition series "Project Runway," passed away on Feb. 24.
Kultida Woods, mother of legendary golfer Tiger Woods, has died at the age of 80, according to Tiger himself. He announced the news via a statement on his X account. Tiger described his mother as “biggest fan” and “greatest supporter” in his heartfelt message about Kultida’s passing: “My Mom was a force of nature all […]
DJ Unk has reportedly passed away at 42 years old. Anthony “DJ Unk” Platt first skyrocketed to fame in 2006 with his breakout single “Walk It Out”— the song reached the top 10 on Billboard 100 and the dance quickly became a cultural phenomenon. His follow-up single “2 Step” also made it onto the charts. […]
The last 12 months marked the heartbreaking losses of so many iconic and transcendent Black figures in entertainment, business, sports, activism and beyond.
Six hundred teddy bears, each labeled with a child’s name, were laid across the National Mall, symbolizing the innocent lives lost. After the ceremony...
Former bassist and founding member of the Grateful Dead, Phil Lesh, has died at the age of 84, according to a post on his Instagram page. He reportedly passed away peacefully on Friday with his family surrounding him. “Phil Lesh, bassist and founding member of The Grateful Dead, passed peacefully this morning,” Lesh’s account said […] The post Former Grateful Dead Bassist Phil Lesh Dead at 84 appeared first on The Eagle 106.9/107.5.
What’s better than one radio legend? Two! Georgia Radio Hall of Fame recipient Ryan “The Voice of Atlanta” Cameron remembers his dear friend and former co-host, Wanda Smith. Smith’s passing was announced on Saturday, October 12, 2024. Related: Wanda Smith Death Announced One Day After Her Birthday Ryan speaks on his friendship with Wanda, and her […]
