FAME Singer Irene Cara has Died
Irene Cara, the singer and actress who rose to fame with the 1980 hit "Fame" and "Flashdance... What a Feeling," has died at age 63...
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90s R&B Singer Sam Salter has Died
90s R&B singer Sam Salter passed away at age 46 on August 27, 2021. Known for his 1997 hit 'After 12, Before 6' on LaFace...
RIP Chucky Thompson: Highlighting Some Of His Biggest Hits
Legendary hip-hop producer Chucky Thompson has passed away. Hot 97's Ebro discusses Thompson's biggest hits and lasting impact on R&B and rap music....
Singer “Wondress” has Died (video)
Wondress Hutchingon, singer on Mantronix's hit "Gotta Have Your Love" with Bryce Wilson, has died at age 56. The cause of death has not been...
We Remember Cicely Tyson: Debut Movie “Carib Gold” (Video)
Hollywood legend Cicely Tyson has passed away. Her 1956 debut film 'Carib Gold' showcased the beginning of an iconic career that spanned decades....
Jalil & Grandmaster Dee Honor John Ecstasy Fletcher
Whodini members Jalil and Grandmaster Dee honor their late bandmate John 'Ecstasy' Fletcher with an emotional tribute performance of 'Friends.'...
RIP Charlie Murphy
Actor and comedian Charlie Murphy died from leukemia at a NYC hospital after battling the disease. Known for his iconic Chappelle Show stories and comedy...
Soul Music Legend Leon Ware Dies at Age 77
Soul music legend Leon Ware died at age 77 on February 23, 2017. The Detroit-born songwriter and producer created hits for Michael Jackson, Marvin Gaye,...
RIP Malik “Phife Dawg” Taylor, ATCQ Co-Founder
A Tribe Called Quest co-founder Malik "Phife Dawg" Taylor has died at age 45 after battling diabetes and kidney issues. The legendary rapper formed the...
Pete DJ Jones, Hip Hop Pioneer Dies
Hip-hop pioneer Pete DJ Jones has died at age 79. The Bronx party legend battled DJ Kool Herc in the 70s and appeared on WBLS...
Peter Rosenberg Kicks Realness, RIP Chris Nadler
Peter Rosenberg pays tribute to Chris Nadler, reflecting on their relationship and hoping he's resting in peace. The Hot 97 host shares heartfelt thoughts about...
Former Record Exec Passes
Former Def Jam and Arista Records executive Lisa Coleman passed away after battling cancer for several years. The music industry mourns the loss of the...
Funeral arrangements: Torey L. Drinker (Tre Black)
Funeral arrangements announced for Torey L. Drinker, known as Tre Black and Wax Master Torey. Services will be held March 13, 2010 in Durham, NC....
RIP Nate Quick (a tribute)(pics).
(KRNB PD and Radio Legend Nate Quick passed around 10pm last night and was surrounded by friends and family) I knew the time was near...