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According to The Grio, Coleman's family confirmed his passing through an exclusive statement to the publication confirming the passing of the music executive and son of former BET President and CEO Debra Lee.

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As you all may have learned by now, world renowned author and poet Dr. Maya Angelou dearly departed earlier this morning (May 28) at her home in Winston-Salem, NC.

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Tragic news to hear during the holiday season as Capital Steez, real name Jamal Dewar of Joey Bada$$’ ProEra crew, has died at age 19. 

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Sherman Hemsley, who was most famous for playing George Jefferson on the The Jeffersons, has passed away at the age of 74. Hemsley died in his home in El Paso, TX, according to TMZ Hemsley, who garnered his fame during his appearances on All In the Family,  became a household name courtesy of the show’s spin-off, The […]

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KMG, born Kevin Michael Gulley, of seminal West Coast rap group Above The Law has passed away according to reports. There is currently no cause of death. Kokane confirmed KMG’s death via Twitter. “1 of the greatest MCz on da West has passed! My heart hurt so bad! On my life, I will keep his […]

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Gil Noble, one of the most influential African-American journalists of all time, has died today at the age of 80. For over 40 years, Mr. Noble was host of the weekly public affairs program Like It Is, which still stands as the longest-running show of its kind in television history. Noble interviewed some of the […]