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.
Dr. Hazel Dukes, a prominent figure in New York State politics and former NAACP national president, died at the age of 92 over the weekend. Numerous poilitical figures paid homage to her lengthy career of service.
Sha'Vi Lewis, a Clark Atlanta alum who competed in Bravo's fashion-competition series "Project Runway," passed away on Feb. 24.
Chris Jasper, who played a key role in the Isley Brothers' success in the 70s and 80s, passed away on Feb. 23 from cancer at age 73.
We are sad to report that legendary singer/songwriter Roberta Flack has reportedly passed away at the age of 88. An official statement from her publicist, Elaine Schock, reads, “We are heartbroken that the glorious Roberta Flack passed away this morning, February 24, 2025. She died peacefully surrounded by her family. Roberta broke boundaries and records. She […]
Gwen McCrae, who scored a #1 R&B hit in 1975 with "Rockin' Chair," has reportedly passed away at the age of 81.
Sherkita Long-Platttells, Unk's wife, spoke exclusively with TMZ and explained that he died of a heart attack while asleep. He was 43 years old.
Former President Jimmy Carter’s life and legacy were honored in a deeply moving ceremony. Here are the photos capturing the heartfelt moments from his funeral:
Live Coverage: President Jimmy Carter’s Funeral Former President Jimmy Carter’s funeral will be held at the Washington National Cathedral in Washington, D.C., honoring the 39th president’s legacy. Carter passed away at the age of 100 after a long life of service, spending his final years in hospice care. Leaders, family, and supporters will gather to […]
A proud Washington, D.C. native and Longtime News4 journalist Derrick Ward has died at the age of 62 due to...
The last 12 months marked the heartbreaking losses of so many iconic and transcendent Black figures in entertainment, business, sports, activism and beyond.