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From presidents to pop stars, notables react to passing of Aretha Franklin

3011 days ago

Chicago Sun-Times, IL — Singer John Legend called her "the greatest singer I have ever known." more info

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Aretha Franklin Dead At 76

3011 days ago

Perez Hilton — We're heartbroken to share that on Thursday morning,Aretha Franklin has passed away. As we previously reported, the 76-year-old was said to be "gravely ill" in a Detroit hospital, though there were no other details at the time. Related: Pink Returns ... more info

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How Aretha Franklin changed music forever

3011 days ago

New York Post — There are a few music legends who changed the game so much so that they were the blueprint for everything that came after them. Elvis Presley. Ray Charles. The Beatles. The Rolling Stones. James Brown. Bob Dylan. Aretha Franklin — who died Thursday... more info

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Aretha Franklin Sang Her Way Through America’s History. Her Passing Is the End of an Era

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Time — When Aretha Franklin sang, out poured the sun and the moon: Her voice was optimism shaded with occasional sorrow, joy tempered by the understanding that nothing in life can be perfect, but above all it was a sound that both absorbed and radiated ligh... more info

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Celebrities React to Aretha Franklin

3011 days ago

TMZ — It's no surprise ... there has been an cascade of grief, sympathy and tributes from celebrities around the world in the wake of Aretha's passing. The ever-reigning Queen of Soul Aretha Franklin is an iconic symbol of black pride whose music… ... more info

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Family & Friends Of Pregnant Reality Star Lyric McHenry Speak Out On Her Tragic Death

3011 days ago

Perez Hilton — Before she died of a suspected drug overdose, former reality star Lyric McHenry was full of life. The EJNYC star's friends and family are speaking out about the pregnant 26-year-old, who was reportedly found dead in the Bronx, New York, "sprawled out... more info

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Aretha Franklin, the ‘Queen of Soul,’ Dies at 76

3011 days ago

New York Times — With hits like â€œRespectâ€ and â€œChain of Fools,â€ she defined a female archetype: sensual and strong, long-suffering but ultimately indomitable. more info

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Aretha Franklin could tell you the story of her life in just a few minutes

3011 days ago

L.A. Times - Entertainment — Aretha Franklin was a legendary singer, a pioneering arranger and producer and, not least, an important figure in the fight for civil rights. She was also â€” stay with me here â€” a master of the modern viral video. Think about this: In th... more info

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Aretha Franklin could tell you the story of her life in just a few minutes

3011 days ago

L.A. Times - Pop & Hiss — Aretha Franklin was a legendary singer, a pioneering arranger and producer and, not least, an important figure in the fight for civil rights. She was also â€” stay with me here â€” a master of the modern viral video. Think about this: In th... more info

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