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confirmed.Knights’ family noted the “indelible mark she left on the world” in a statement detailing her historic run in the music industry.“Jean Knight’s legacy is not just a musical one; it is a testament to the enduring love between an artist, her hometown, and the fans who adored her,” the family statement read. “As we bid farewell to this iconic soulstress, New Orleans and her global fan base join together in gratitude for the indelible mark she left on the world.”The New Orleans native began her career as a singer after graduating high school, singing with bands at her cousin’s bar in the early 1960s.Knight — born Jean Caliste before changing her last name — released her first song, “Stop Doggin’ Me Around,” in 1965, landing a recording contract with Jet Star/Tribe record labels while working as a baker.Her big break would begin to form when she linked with songwriter Ralph Williams and began working with record producer Wardell Quezergue in 1970.Still working as a baker, Knight would record her hit song “Mr.

still “The Boss” at 80 — and, over six decades into her legendary career, she’s working on keeping up that title.“I’ll never retire,” Ross, who will turn 81 on March 26, told an audience of adoring fans at the second of two sold-out shows at Brooklyn’s Kings Theatre on Saturday. In a year that has seen the deaths of such other music legends as Roberta Flack, Marianne Faithfull and Sam Moore of Sam & Dave, it was a welcome reminder that we still have other eternal pop icons among us.Indeed, Ross’ shows at Kings Theatre, celebrating the 10th anniversary of the venue, came as other octogenarian all-timers are still making moves — from 82-year-old Paul McCartney’s string of club shows at NYC’s Bowery Ballroom to Paul Simon, 83, announcing that he was un-retiring from the road for his “A Quiet Celebration” tour starting April 4 to Mick Jagger, 81, rocking the Oscars with a surprise appearance to present the Best Original Song award on Sunday.If anything, Ross’ two-night stand was a reminder that we should appreciate this eternal goddess while she is still here, blessing us with her presence.While other divas of her generation have passed on — from Aretha Franklin and Tina Turner to, most recently, Flack — Ross is still flexing her “Muscles.”When she opened to “I’m Coming Out” — her 1980 anthem that continues to symbolize liberation and empowerment for both the LGBTQ community and anyone else who needs a feather-boa-lifting boost — Ross was a true living legend in red ruffles.

Angelique Jackson The Wayans Family were inducted into the NAACP Hall of Fame at the 56th Image Awards on Saturday night. The Wayanses — siblings Keenen Ivory Wayans, Damon Wayans Sr., Marlon Wayans, Shawn Wayans, Kim Wayans and the second generation of talent, Damon Wayans Jr., Damien Dante Wayans, Craig Wayans and Chaunté Wayans — joined previous inductees including New Edition, Eddie Murphy, Oprah Winfrey, Stevie Wonder, Aretha Franklin, Spike Lee and Earth Wind and Fire.

Tom Jones is set to headline day three of Dundee’s highly anticipated Discovery Festival at Slessor Gardens this summer.

The NAACP said Thursday that the Wayans family — Keenen Ivory Wayans, Damon Wayans Sr., Marlon Wayans, Shawn Wayans and Kim Wayans and Damon Wayans Jr. — will be inducted into the NAACP Image Awards Hall of Fame.

An Oscar-winning film that has been dubbed “heartbreaking” but “unmissable” is free to stream this weekend.

Jem Aswad Executive Editor, Music For a half century, the hottest ticket in the music industry has been Clive Davis’ Pre-Grammy Gala, staged in partnership with the Recording Academy, that takes place the night before the Grammys. From Beyonce to Barbra, from Jane Fonda to Jay-Z to Nancy Pelosi, the show has a completely unique guest list and roster of performers that reflect both the past year and the past several decades of popular music.

Carrie Underwood will perform at Donald Trump‘s inauguration next week.

Diddy’s 2004 White Party in the Hamptons was for a good cause: The mogul teamed up with Sony for a “Vote or Die” theme on the Fourth of July, focusing on mobilizing minority voters for the election.Diddy made a grand entrance by helicopter. Aretha Franklin was there, along with the Rev. Al Sharpton, Mary J.

Mariah Carey — these 10 yule tunes never fail to turn up the holiday spirit.If you’re going to anoint a song as the Christmas song, you better be able to bring all the holiday feels. And whether or not you’ve ever roasted a chestnut in your life — really, who has? — this is the definitive version of the definitive Christmas song.When it comes to hanging under the mistletoe, nothing beats the old-school R&B romance of Hathaway’s 1970 classic.

A former Strictly Come Dancing pro dancer has said 'it's not fair' as they spoke out in defence of Tasha Ghouri. The former Love Island star hasn't had the easiest couple of weeks in the BBC One dance contest.

Jowita Przystal left fans feeling emotional as she shared a 'last' update with Pete Wicks following their Strictly Come Dancing exit. The pair said a sad goodbye to the hit dance show over the weekend as they became the eleventh couple to leave the competition.

Strictly Come Dancing fans voiced their confusion at the beginning of Sunday night's semi-final results show.

Strictly Come Dancing fans are convinced they've pinpointed the winner after the four finalists were unveiled during Sunday night's results show.

Strictly Come Dancing bid farewell to one couple on Sunday night ahead of the show's 2024 final next week.

NPete Wicks made a 'quite honest' admission as his Strictly Come Dancing future was dealt a huge blow. The reality star and podcast host has caused quite the reaction having previously made it to the semi-final of the competition.

Pete Wicks has branded Jowita Przystal a 'ray of sunshine' as he paid tribute to his dance partner as they became the eleventh couple to leave Strictly Come Dancing.

Strictly Come Dancing viewers have said they've already been 'put off watching' the final this year as they made a prediction about Tasha Ghouri.

Strictly Come Dancing fans have claimed to have spotted the 2024 series winner after making the same remarks about the couple's semi--final performance.

Some Strictly Come Dancing fans who couldn't wait until the official announcement have already discovered who has made the 2024 final - and ultimately who just missed out with a week to go.

Strictly Come Dancing fans have demanded the Glitterball Trophy is handed out before the final following the penultimate week of the competition.

Strictly Come Dancing fans were left with the same complaint as the penultimate week of the competition got underway. Saturday night's (December 7) live show marked the semi-final of the BBC One dance contest's 2024 series.