John Amos, the Emmy-nominated actor and pioneering television star known for his iconic role as James Evans Sr. on "Good Times," died at 84 from natural causes.
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]]>Dikembe Mutombo, the 7-foot-2 center who starred at Georgetown University and became one of the NBA's greatest shot blockers, died of brain cancer at the age of 58, leaving behind a legacy of basketball excellence and humanitarian work in his home country.
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]]>William "Bill" Lucy, a respected and revered Black labor leader, died at the age of 90 after a lifetime of defending civil and human rights and advocating for social justice and worker freedom.
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]]>Cat Glover, a legendary dancer and collaborator with Prince, has died at 60, having contributed her energy and talent to unforgettable albums like "Sign o' the Times" and "Lovesexy".
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]]>Tito Jackson, a founding member of the legendary Jackson 5, has died at the age of 70.
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]]>Frankie Beverly, the iconic frontman of Maze Featuring Frankie Beverly, has died at the age of 77, leaving behind a legacy of soul, R&B and funk music that will continue to inspire fans for years to come.
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]]>James Earl Jones, the legendary actor known for his deep, resonant voice and iconic roles in film, television and Broadway, has died at the age of 93.
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]]>Joseph L. Bowser, a local community leader and father of D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser, died on Friday, Aug. 2, 2024. He was 88.
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]]>The Rev. James Lawson Jr., a key figure in the civil rights movement and an original Freedom Rider, died on June 9 in Los Angeles after a short illness, leaving behind a legacy of nonviolent resistance and social justice.
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]]>Marian Robinson, mother to former first lady Michelle Obama, died at 86, leaving behind a legacy of steadfast support and unconditional love for her family and the nation.
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