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01:14

Digital Underground Rapper Shock G’s Cause Of Death Revealed

Shock G was found dead in a Tampa hotel nearly two months ago; the Hillsborough County Medical Examiner's office has now released the initial summary of their autopsy.
06/11/2021
01:01

'When They See Us' Actress Suzzanne Douglas Dies At 64

She also appeared in 'How Stella Got Her Groove Back' and 'The Parent 'Hood.'
07/08/2021
01:05

Charlie Robinson, ‘Night Court’ Star, Dead At 75

Robinson, who also starred in "Set It Off," died from cardiac arrest and organ failure due to septic shock and metastatic adenocarcinoma – a type of cancer.
07/13/2021
02:13

Big Daddy Kane, LL Cool J, Q-Tip, And Others React To The News Of Biz Markie’s Death

LL Cool J, Q-Tip, and more share their condolences and memories.
07/19/2021
01:50

Report: Keyshia Cole's Mother, Frankie Lons, Passes Away On Her Birthday

She had just turned 61-years-old.
07/20/2021
01:17

Former NCAA Track Star Cameron Burrell Dead At 26

His parents, Leroy Burrell and Michelle Finn-Burrell, are Olympic gold medal winners.
08/11/2021
01:14

Track Star Cameron Burrell’s Cause Of Death Determined

Burrell died in a Houston parking garage on Monday, Aug. 9.
08/16/2021
01:11

Keyshia Cole Honors Her Mom Frankie Lons With A Final Farewell: 'We Will Miss You'

The singer posted photos on Instagram from her mother’s homegoing service.
08/18/2021
01:28

Actor Michael K. Williams Found Dead In Brooklyn Apartment

Williams, fondly known as Omar Little from his role on "The Wire," was reportedly found dead in his Brooklyn penthouse by his nephew.
09/07/2021
01:27

Woman From LA Party Where Comedian Fuquan Johnson Died From Apparent Overdose Speaks Out

Comedian Kate Quigley, who was at the party in Venice, is hospitalized in critical condition; a fellow comedian shared her message to him on social media.
09/07/2021
01:49

Michael K. Williams’ 3 Most Memorable Roles

From his debut as Tupac’s brother to his iconic portrayal of Omar Little, the actor broke the mold in his relatively short career.
09/08/2021
01:21

Melvin Van Peebles, Icon Of Black Hollywood, Dead At 89

According to The Hollywood Reporter, Melvin Van Peebles, father of Mario Van Peebles, passed away the evening of Sept. 21, surrounded by family.
09/23/2021
01:19

Keyshia Cole’s Mother Frankie Lons’ Cause Of Death Revealed

Frankie was a regular on BET's 2006 reality show, 'Keyshia Cole: My New Life,' where Cole had many heart-to-heart moments about her mother’s struggles with addiction.
10/04/2021
01:06

‘OZ’ Star Granville Adams Dead At Age 58

The actor, who played the character Zahir Arif on the hit series, was battling cancer.
10/11/2021
02:21

Young Dolph Shot And Killed In Memphis

Bystanders also posted a video on Twitter of the aftermath, saying, "Ain't no way these folks just killed Dolph."
11/18/2021
01:12

Milwaukee Rapper Big Wan, 19, Killed In Shooting

City police are investigating the teen's death as a homicide.
12/01/2021
01:19

Jonshel Alexander, Former Child Actor in 'Beasts of the Southern Wild,' Shot and Killed at 22

Alexander, who was pronounced dead at the scene in a New Orleans double shooting, co-starred in the 2012 Oscar-nominated film alongside Quvenzhané Wallis.
12/03/2021
01:26

Noted Writer And Academic bell hooks Dies At 69

According to a press release by her niece Ebony Motley, hooks had been ill and was surrounded by her friends and family when she passed away.
12/16/2021
01:23

Breaking News: Sidney Poitier, Oscar-Winning Actor, Dies At 94

The legendary actor was the first Black man to win a Best Actor Oscar and was Hollywood's first Black movie star.
01/07/2022
01:17

Parliament-Funkadelic Co-Founder Calvin Simon Dies at 79

"Rest in peace to my P-Funk brother Mr. Calvin Simon," George Clinton wrote on Facebook.
01/10/2022
01:17

Olympian Deon Lendore Dead At 29 After Car Crash

The Trinidadian sprinter died in a head-on collision in Texas.
01/13/2022
01:15

Fashion Visionary And 'Vogue' Editor, André Leon Talley Has Reportedly Died At Age 73

The world has lost a philanthropist, visionary, and icon.
01/19/2022
01:07

Sidney Poitier’s Multiple Causes Of Death Revealed

The legendary actor passed away earlier this month at 94.
01/19/2022
00:39

The Great André Leon Talley: Fashion Trailblazer, Visionary, And Icon

We honor the life and legacy of the global fashion icon.
01/24/2022
01:05

French Fashion Icon Manfred Thierry Mugler, Who Designed For Beyoncé, Kim Kardashian And Others, Dead At 73

He was the designer behind Cardi B's dress from the 2019 Grammys.
01/24/2022
01:09

'Walking Dead' Actor Moses J. Moseley Dies At 31

He was found dead in his car in Stockbridge, Georgia, on Jan. 26, after his family contacted OnStar to locate his vehicle.
02/02/2022
01:19

Syl Johnson, Chicago Soul And Blues Artist, Dies At 85

Johnson's daughter, Grammy-nominated singer Syleena Johnson, issued an official statement confirming his death.
02/08/2022
01:05

Jamal Edwards, British Music Entrepreneur, Dies At 31

He's the founder of the online music platform SBTV (SmokeyBarz TV) and helped to launch the careers of many artists, including Ed Sheeran.
02/22/2022
01:11

Memphis Rapper Snootie Wild Gunned Down At 36

Snootie, whose real name is LePreston Porter, was discovered by authorities in a ditch next to an SUV.
02/28/2022
01:09

Renowned Gospel Singer-Songwriter LaShun Pace Passes Away At 60

The recording artist, who reportedly was on dialysis for five years while waiting for a kidney, died of organ failure on March 21.
03/22/2022
01:13

‘Because Of You’ Singer Keith Martin Dies At 55

Martin's lifeless body was reportedly found after a neighbor complained to the property manager about smelling a foul odor.
03/28/2022
01:04

Bodybuilder Cedric McMillan Passes Away At 44 After Suffering Heart Attack

Family members confirmed McMillan's death, which comes after he was very open about his past heart issues and near death experience in 2021.
04/14/2022
01:14

DJ Kay Slay Dies After COVID-19 Related Complications At 55

The Streetsweepers founder had been hospitalized due to the coronavirus since Dec. 2021 and had been put on a ventilator to help assist with his breathing.
04/18/2022
01:00

Roderick ‘Pooh’ Clark From ’90s R&B Group Hi-Five Dies At 49

The singer was paralyzed from the neck down in 1993 due to a car crash in Florida.
04/20/2022
01:23

Frantic 911 Call Made By Dwayne Haskins' Wife Reveals Why He Walking On The Highway

Kalabrya Haskins told the operator she was trying to call Dwayne, but could not reach him, prompting her to call 911 for a wellness check.
04/22/2022
01:14

Earth, Wind, & Fire Saxophonist Andrew Woolfolk Dies at 71

His sweet saxophone playing made songs like "September" a forever classic.
04/27/2022
01:06

Former Michigan State And NBA Player Adreian Payne Fatally Shot At 31

Authorities identified the accused shooter as Lawrence Dority, who remained at the scene of the shooting.
05/10/2022
01:01

Marion Barber, Former Dallas Cowboys Running Back, Found Dead In Apartment

No cause of death has been released, but Frisco, Texas police were conducting a welfare check when his body was found.
06/02/2022
01:07

Baltimore Ravens Linebacker Jaylon Ferguson Dies At 26

His cause of death was not immediately reported.
06/23/2022
01:12

Singer And Actor Adam Wade Dies At 87

He's remembered for appearances in iconic Black films and made history as the first Black game show host.
07/11/2022
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