Rest in Peace: Farewell to George Michael

Rest in Peace: I am so sorry to hear of the recent passing of George Michael. Such an incredible talent (singer/songwriter/performer)! I loved his voice and his music. Truly gone too soon! The music community has lost another great one this year. I pray for comfort for his family, friends and all his fans. 

George Michael, Pop Superstar, Is Dead at 53

December 25, 2016: George Michael, the creamy-voiced English songwriter who sold tens of millions of albums as a member of the duo Wham! and on his own, was found dead on Sunday at his home in Goring in Oxfordshire, England. He was 53. (article by Jon Parelles for the New York Times)

 http://www.nytimes.com/2016/12/25/arts/music/george-michael-dead.html?_r=0

  

    

 

Rest in Peace: Prince Rogers Nelson

Rest in Peace: It is with a heavy heart that I write this. Today, I learned that one of my all-time favorite artists, Prince (Prince Rogers Nelson) has died. He was more than a musical genius: He was a shrewd business man, a musical legend, a dynamic live act, a producer, an innovator, a pioneer, a visionary, an icon, and ahead of his time. I am so grateful for the wealth of music he left us.  There will never be another like Prince. We lost a great one. This one hit me exceptionally hard. I'm still processing it. One person can change the world.

I pray for his family, dear friends and all his fans, like me, who love him. May he rest in peace always. Goodnight, dear Prince.

Prince Performs “Purple Rain” During Downpour | Super Bowl XLI Halftime Show | NFL: https://youtu.be/7NN3gsSf-Ys

 

 

 

 

Remembering Robin Williams today

I am shocked and saddened to hear the news of the death of Robin Williams. He was a true talent and icon. It's a sad ending to someone who made millions laugh through the years. He will be surely missed. My thoughts and prayers to his family, friends and those who loved him. May he rest in peace.

These are beautiful words from Jason Juno Lee who shared this on Facebook:

"You know the saying "the day the music died"? Well, I do believe today will forever be known as "the day the laughter died". Rest in Peace, Robin Williams. Thank you for sharing your talents with us. Prayers going out to his family, friends, & colleagues.

It's really rough to think he spent his life making other people smile and he was hurting behind his jokes. Depression is real - so many use laughter to distract from how broken they really are on the inside."

For more information about Robin Williams, visit: http://abcn.ws/1yoQowY

Remembering Bobby Womack

Rest in Peace: Today we lost one of the greatest soul singers of our time, Mr. Bobby Womack.

What he brought to his music is nothing short of brilliance. He was an incredible talent and this is a huge loss to the music community. He inspired and influenced so many singers. I'm so happy we have his music so that we can always experience his genius..

Sending my prayers to his family and friends.

Remembering the legendary Ruby Dee

Rest In Peace: I am sorry to hear of the death of the legendary actress Ruby Dee. She was an incredible actress and person. She lived her purpose and lived by example. She truly left a positive impact to the world. She will be greatly missed. I send my thoughts and prayers to her family and friends.

http://www.ebony.com/photos/black-history/ruby-dee-an-ebony-collection-look-back-333#ixzz34SUZcUQn

Remembering Dr. Maya Angelou

I'm so sorry to hear of the recent passing of Dr. Maya Angelou. 

We are so blessed to have witnessed her share her gift of words to the world. She was truly an example of what we are all striving for: to use your gifts to heal the world. She was a beautiful wordsmith and a phenomenal woman. She lived her purpose.

Her words have touched and inspired millions through the years. Her pen is now silenced and still but her words will live on for eternity and will reach future generations. Her life is a testament of how one person can truly change the world.

I pray for her family and friends for comfort. May she R.I.P.

Dr. Maya Angelou

1928 - 2014