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Cassandra Wilson & Black Celebrities Lost in 2026

Grammy Award-winning jazz singer Cassandra Wilson passed away in Jackson, MS, on Sept. 1. Her manager confirmed her death in a statement, saying that the singer-songwriter transitioned peacefully at home, surrounded by family, close friends, and her manager. In addition to 19 solo studio albums, Wilson also recorded with some of the industry's top artists, including The Roots, Wynton Marsalis and Elvis Costello. In 2001, Time called her America's Best Singer. Cassandra Wilson was 70 years old.

Black Celebrities We Lost in 2026

2025 was a tough year as we lost many Black legends we knew and loved. Now, as 2026 rolls past the halfway mark, we continue to say goodbye to even more of those who had such a tremendous impact on the culture. Although they are gone, they will never be forgotten. From actors to athletes, to politicians and more, we're honoring the Black legends we lost in 2026.

Michael Wright & Black Celebs We Lost in 2026

We're not going to lie, 2025 was a tough year, as we lost many of the Black legends we knew and loved. Now, as 2026 rolls past the halfway mark, we continue to say goodbye to even more of those who had such a tremendous impact on the culture. Although they are gone, they will never be forgotten. From actors to athletes, to politicians and more, we're honoring the Black legends we lost in 2026.

Flo Anthony, Legendary Black Gossip Columnist, Dies at 74

Media Take Out joins the entire culture in mourning the passing of trailblazing entertainment columnist, syndicated radio host, and author Flo Anthony, who has passed away at the age of 74.

Butch Huskey and Black Celebs Lost in 2026

Former New York Mets slugger Butch Huskey has died at 54, leaving behind a career remembered for both his power and his connection to Jackie Robinson. Huskey spent most of his seven-year MLB career with the Mets, although it also included stints with the Seattle Mariners, Boston Red Sox and Minnesota Twins. His best season came in 1997, when he hit 24 home runs and drove in 81.

Nolan Wells’ Life Honored by Loving Parents

The last time Christine and Elmore Wonsley saw their son, Nolan Wells, alive, he made them dinner. It was salmon. He baked it, so proud. After the meal, Wells hugged his parents, exchanged I love yous and left. Three days later, his body was found off Mississippi's Horn Island, plunging the family into grief and leaving them searching for answers.

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