Native Angelino Dewayne “Mouse” Wallace passed away March 20th in Los Angeles, CA He was a graduate of Manual Arts High School and attended San Francisco State University where he became a member of the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity.
Born to Mary and Elmer Craft in Mariana, Pennsylvania. His parents sent him to Los Angeles, CA with $25 in his pocket at the age of 17. While in college, the army drafted him into the Korean War in which he served.
The Hip-hop industry loses another impactful lyricist this year; on April 17, Rapper Robert “Black Rob” Ross died at 51 years old. Best known for his single, “Woah.” and his affiliation with Diddy’s Bad Boy Records, friends and loved ones reflect on his talent.
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A tragic close to the life of an artist who is considered one of the great song writers.
DMX, the raspy-voiced hip-hop artist who produced the songs “Ruff Ryders’ Anthem” and “Party Up (Up in Here)” and who rapped with a trademark delivery that was often paired with growls, barks and “What!” as an ad-lib, has died, according to a statement Friday from his family. He was 50. The Grammy-nominated performer died after suffering “catastrophic cardiac arrest,” according to a statement from the hospital in White Plains, New York, where he died. He was rushed there from his home April 2. His family’s statement said DMX, whose birth name was Earl Simmons, died with relatives by his side
“I am deeply saddened by the untimely passing of my friend and colleague, Rep. Hastings of Florida,” Texas Democratic Congressman Al Green wrote in an email to the Black Press and posted to Twitter.
“Alcee was outspoken because he was passionate about helping our nation live up to its full promise for all Americans,” Biden said in his statement.
Gregory Kellam Scott, the only Black justice to serve on the Colorado Supreme Court, died unexpectedly at his home in Indiana. He was 72
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Legendary basketball player Elgin Baylor passed away from natural causes on March 22, he was 86 years old. His acrobatic style of play impacted several NBA greats that came after him. His talents saved the Lakers franchise from bankruptcy, allowing them to move to Los Angeles in 1960.
“I am sorry to make a very sad announcement,” wrote Hagler’s wife, Kay. “Today, unfortunately, my beloved husband Marvelous Marvin passed away unexpectedly at his home here in New Hampshire. Our family requests that you respect our privacy during this difficult time.”
Celebrating the life and service of Anthony L. Price to Bethel Chapel Community Church. As we attempt to describe his dedication of 30 years to Bethel his beloved Church.
Beulah Mae Calvert (88) of Culver City, CA, passed away January 10, 2021.