Gerald Levert was a talented singer-songwriter and producer who rose to fame as a member of the R&B groups LeVert, LSG, and Black Men United. He was also the son of Eddie Levert, the lead singer of the legendary O’Jays. Gerald had a successful solo career as well, releasing nine albums and several hit singles. … Read more
Gail Russell was a beautiful and talented actress who rose to fame in the 1940s with films such as The Uninvited, Angel and the Badman, and Night Has a Thousand Eyes. She had a promising career ahead of her, but she also struggled with severe stage fright, alcoholism, and personal problems that eventually led to … Read more
Freddy Fender was a legendary singer-songwriter who blended country, rock, swamp pop and Tex-Mex styles in his music. He was one of the few Hispanic stars in country music, and his songs such as “Before the Next Teardrop Falls” and “Wasted Days and Wasted Nights” topped the charts in the 1970s. However, his life and … Read more
Frankie Lymon was one of the first black teenage pop stars in America, and the lead singer of the doo-wop group The Teenagers. He had a voice that could soar like an angel, and a charisma that captivated audiences around the world. He was also a troubled soul who struggled with drug addiction, failed marriages, … Read more
Fito Olivares, the cumbia legend behind dancefloor hits such as “Juana la Cubana” and “El Colesterol”, passed away on Friday, March 17, 2023, at the age of 75. According to his wife Griselda, the musician died at his home in Houston after being diagnosed with cancer last year. She did not specify what type of … Read more
Erin Valenti was a 33-year-old tech entrepreneur who had a successful career as the CEO of Tinker Ventures, a web-development company that built software for other businesses. She was also a passionate advocate for women in tech and a mentor for aspiring founders. She had a bright future ahead of her, but it was cut … Read more
The entertainment world is mourning the loss of Jacky Oh, the former Wild ‘N Out star and partner of comedian DC Young Fly. Jacky Oh, whose real name was Jacklyn Smith, passed away at the age of 32 in Miami, Florida. The cause of her death is still unknown, but some reports suggest that it … Read more
David Arnold, a comedian and writer who worked on shows like Fuller House and Bigger, died unexpectedly on September 8, 2022, at the age of 54. His family confirmed his death in a statement, saying that he passed away peacefully at his home and that doctors ruled the cause of death as natural causes. But … Read more