Aretha Franklin| March 25, 1942 – August 16, 2018
Aretha Franklin, the legendary singer and songwriter known as the “Queen of Soul,” died today Thursday, August 16. Franklin was severely ill and surrounded by family and loved ones in Detroit, the legendary singer died at the age of 76 after a battle with advanced pancreatic cancer. She was one of the most influential performers of the 20th century.
Rest in peace Aretha Franklin, "Queen of Soul".
“She helped us feel more connected to each other, more hopeful, more human. And sometimes she helped us just forget about everything else and dance.”
- Barack and Michelle Obama
