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Grady Demond Wilson, ‘Sanford and Son’ Star, Dies At 79
Grady Demond Wilson played the role of Lamont Sandford alongisde the late Redd Foxx, on the hit sitcom, Sanford and Son.
Sly Dunbar, Of Sly & Robbie Fame, Dies At 73
Sly Dunbar, a drummer, was a member of the prolific reggae production duo, Sly & Robbie, who worked with notable artists in the scene.
Veteran Journalist James Bernard Cause Of Death Revealed
James Bernard, who served as an editor for XXL and The Source, was reported missing for 17 months before investigators uncovered the mystery.
John Forté, Fugees Affiliate & Rapper, Reportedly Dies At 50
Although details are still developing, police in the Massachusetts town of Chilmark confirmed John Forté's passing on Monday (January 12).
Basketball Hall Of Famer & Coach Lenny Wilkens Dies At 88
Lenny Wilkens was named an NBA All-Star player nine times over the course of his 15-year playing career ahead of his coaching shift.
Hip-Hop Mourns The Passing Of Freestyle Fellowship Rapper P.E.A.C.E.
P.E.A.C.E., a pioneering Los Angeles rapper and member of the Freestyle Fellowship collective, has died. Fans online are sharing tributes.
Richmond Singer D’Angelo Dies At 51, The Culture Shares Thoughts
Richmond, Virginia singer D'Angelo, born Michael Archer, has died after a battle with pancreatic cancer. He was 51.
Dorian Johnson, Friend Who Witnessed Michael Brown Shooting, Shot & Killed
Dorian Johnson, a friend of Ferguson teen Michael Brown and witness to his death, was shot and killed. Johnson was 33.
Rolling Ray, Popular Social Media Star, Dies At 28
Rolling Ray, born Juan Raymond Harper, gained fame from appearing on a number of reality television series and viral moments on social media.
Dr. Danielle Spencer, ‘What’s Happening!!’ Star, Dies At 60
Dr. Danielle Spencer, an actor who gained fame via ABC's What's Happening!! sitcom, has died at 60 according to a social media post.
Former Longtime Harlem Congressman Charlie Rangel Dies At 94
Longtime Harlem Congressman Charlie Rangel was a trailblazing politician who served more than four decades in his role.
Voletta Wallace, Mother Of The Notorious B.I.G., Dies At 72
Voletta Wallace, the mother of Christopher "The Notorious B.I.G." Wallace, has died at the age of 72. Many online are mourning the loss.
