Obituary

Chance Perdomo, 'Gen V' and 'Chilling Adventures of Sabrina' Star, Dies at 27

The actor was involved in a fatal motorcycle crash.
04/01/2024

5 Roles That Exemplify the Excellence of Louis Gossett Jr.

The award-winning trailblazer starred in films that showcased his dynamic range while charging Hollywood to produce films punctuated with diversity on screen and behind the camera.
03/29/2024

‘Peetah’ Morgan Of Morgan Heritage Reggae Band Dies at 46

No cause of death has been revealed.
02/26/2024
Dexter Scott King during Salute to Greatness Awards Dinner 20th Anniversary Holiday Observance at King Center in Atlanta, Georgia, United States. (Photo by Moses Robinson/WireImage)

Dexter King, Son of Rev. Martin Luther King Jr., Dies at 62

The third and youngest of the Civil Rights icon’s four children, he was in charge of the family’s estate.
01/22/2024

Bertie Bowman, Longest Serving Congressional Staffer, Dies At 92

In an unlikely success story, he rose from poverty in the segregated South to build relationships with powerful politicians.
10/30/2023

Legendary Supermodel Turned Journalist Gail O’Neill Has Died

She appeared on several covers of Essence, and in 2008, she posed for Vogue Italia for its iconic “Black Issue” to bring awareness for the lack of diversity in the fashion and beauty industry.
10/13/2023

Olympic Sprinter Frentorish 'Tori' Bowie Dies At 32

She won a gold medal as a member of the 4×100 m relay team at the 2016 Olympics in Rio de Janeiro.
05/04/2023

Charlotte FC Soccer Player Anton Walkes Dead In Boating Accident

The defender was found unconscious after two boats collided in Miami.
01/20/2023

Rev. Calvin O. Butts III Pastor of NYC’s Abyssinian Baptist And Revered Harlem Leader, Dies at 73

The minister was known for his leadership of one of New York’s largest Black congregations and for his years as an educator and activist.
10/28/2022
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‘Magnum P.I.’ Actor Roger E. Mosley Dies At 83

The actor ‘transcended peacefully,’ his family says.
08/08/2022
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NBA Legend Bill Russell Dies at 88

He passed away peacefully on July 31.
08/01/2022