Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee, a champion for racial justice, criminal justice and human rights, has died at the age of 74 after a battle with pancreatic cancer.
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Real Times Media Co-Owner, Legendary Businessman and Philanthropist Dr. William ‘Bill’ Pickard passes away at Age 83
Jeremy Allen, Executive EditorMichigan Chronicle Dr. William “Bill” Pickard – entrepreneur, philanthropist, education advocate, business titan, mentor, and visionary – passed away peacefully Wednesday, June 12, at his West Palm Beach, Fla. home, surrounded by family and loved ones. Dr. Pickard’s daughter, Mary Pickard, issued the following statement: “On behalf of the Pickard family, we […]
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Last student who helped integrate the University of North Carolina’s undergraduate body has died
Ralph Kennedy Frasier, the last surviving member of the trio of African American youths who desegregated the undergraduate student body at UNC-Chapel Hill in the 1950s, has died at age 85.
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O.J. Simpson: A Polarizing Figure’s Final Chapter
O.J. Simpson, a name etched in American sports and entertainment, has passed away at the age of 76, having experienced triumphs, controversies, and a rollercoaster ride through the justice system, with his legacy a study in contrasts of unparalleled athletic achievement marred by allegations of violence and legal entanglements.
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James A. Washington: A champion of the Black press and NAABL Legacy Award winner
James A. Washington, the president and general manager of The Atlanta Voice, a longtime advocate of the Black press, passed away on April 2 at the age of 73, leaving behind a legacy of community service and honors.
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Celebrating the life and legacy of Louis trailblazing actor Gossett Jr.
Louis Gossett Jr., a legendary actor and first African American male to win an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor, passed away at the age of 85, leaving behind a legacy of inspiring performances and advocating for diversity and inclusion in Hollywood.
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David Harris, the first Black pilot hired by a major U.S. airline, has died at 89
David E. Harris, the first Black commercial airline pilot, died at the age of 89 after breaking barriers in 1964 by becoming the first Black pilot hired by American Airlines.
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Remembering the life and legacy of Margo McKay
By Aria Brent, AFRO Staff Writer, abrent@afro.com On Feb.6,, Margo Marquita McKay passed away at the age of 77. She was born on Oct.9, 1946 in Baltimore to her parents, Gordon McKay and Gary Jones McKay. She was raised in Pittsburgh, Pa., and attended South Hills High School. Following high school she attended FIsk University […]
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Former AFRO stereotype operator Clarence Albert White Sr. dies
By March Funeral Homes Clarence Albert White Sr. was born in Palmyra, N.C., on Jan. 3, 1934 to the late Ernestine White and Walter Edmond Sr. He made his transition to the Lord peacefully on a Saturday afternoon, Jan. 20, 2024, with family by his side. Early on in his life, White’s family moved to […]
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Carl Weathers, linebacker-turned-actor who starred in ‘Rocky’ movies and ‘The Mandalorian,’ dies
By Mark KennedyAP Entertainment Writer NEW YORK (AP) — Carl Weathers, a former NFL linebacker who became a Hollywood action movie and comedy star, playing nemesis-turned-ally Apollo Creed in the “Rocky” movies, facing off against Arnold Schwarzenegger in “Predator” and teaching golf in “Happy Gilmore,” has died. He was 76. Matt Luber, his manager, said […]
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Les McCann, soul, jazz fusionist best known for ‘Compared to What,’ dies at 88
By The Associated Press undefined Les McCann, a prolific and influential musician and recording artist who helped found the soul-jazz genre and became a favorite source for sampling by Dr. Dre, A Tribe Called Quest and hundreds of other hip-hop performers, has died. He was 88. McCann died Dec. 29 in Los Angeles a week […]
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Former U.S. Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson dies at 89
Johnson championed STEM, women’s rights, veterans, fair housing, transportation and the Affordable Care Act throughout her career. By Stacy M. BrownNNPA Newswire Senior National Correspondent (NNPA Newswire) — Former U.S. Rep. Eddie Bernice Johnson, a trailblazer and dedicated public servant, died at 89. Kirk Johnson, her son, confirmed her death on Dec. 31. Johnson had […]