Obituaries - Page 2
As we’ve come to understand year after year, day after day, death is an inevitable part of life—a universal truth that spares no one. Yet, despite its certainty, the weight of loss never becomes easier to bear, nor does the act of processing its impact. For those within Black culture, where community and shared experiences […]
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.
Legendary dancer Carmen de Lavallade, who broke barriers and inspired generations, has passed away at 94.
Legendary Memphis soul artist Don Bryant, known for hits like 'I Can't Stand the Rain,' passes away at 83.
R&B legend Carl Carlton, known for hits like 'Everlasting Love' and 'She’s a Bad Mama Jama,' has passed away at 72.
Michael Madsen, Iconic Actor Known for ‘Reservoir Dogs’ and ‘Kill Bill,’ Dies at 67 Michael Madsen, the celebrated actor known for his tough-guy roles in films like Reservoir Dogs, Kill Bill, and Donnie Brasco, has passed away at the age of 67. Madsen was found unresponsive at his Malibu home on Thursday, July 3, 2025, and was pronounced […]
Esaw Snipes-Garner became a community activist after her husband, Eric Garner, was killed in an act of police violence.
ATL rapper Young Scooter has died as he reportedly fled Atlanta Police in Southeast Atlanta on Mar. 28, his 39th birthday.
D'Wayne Wiggins, a founding member of the legendary soul/R&B group Tony! Toni! Toné!, has died at 64 following a battle with bladder cancer.
Gene Hackman, Wife Betsy Arakawa, And Dog Found Dead in Their New Mexico Home Oscar-winning actor Gene Hackman and his wife, Betsy Arakawa, were tragically found dead in their Santa Fe, New Mexico home on Wednesday, alongside their dog. Hackman was 95 years old, while Arakawa was 63. The Santa Fe County Sheriff’s Office confirmed […]
Sha'Vi Lewis, a Clark Atlanta alum who competed in Bravo's fashion-competition series "Project Runway," passed away on Feb. 24.
Kultida Woods, mother of legendary golfer Tiger Woods, has died at the age of 80, according to Tiger himself. He announced the news via a statement on his X account. Tiger described his mother as “biggest fan” and “greatest supporter” in his heartfelt message about Kultida’s passing: “My Mom was a force of nature all […]