'Queen of Soul' Aretha Franklin Passes Away At Age 76 | NBC News

A publicist for Aretha Franklin confirms to the Associated Press that the iconic performer died Thursday at her home in Detroit. NBC News takes a look back at her life and legacy.

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'Queen of Soul' Aretha Franklin Passes Away At Age 76 | NBC News

[guymerritt]

I had the pleasure of meeting her, a couple of times. She was an extremely kind, gentle person who seemed mostly unaffected by her fame and fortune. She was a real sweetheart - very down-to-earth. Rest in peace, were absolutely one-of-a-kind.

[louislark]

Sleep in peace Queen Re Re Arthea Franklin. Her voice was one of a kind.

[eyeswideopentruth]

Only one 👑 Queen
ARETHA
My tears are flowing 😥

[RottedDollface]

RIP to the beautiful goddess. A legend.

[carolthomas]

I'm in tears for the loss of this beautiful lady. I grew up listening to this ladies fantastic songs. Thank goodness we have her many many recording to listen to. R. I. P. sweet lady.

[mackadoodless]

I’m literally in tears. Aretha Franklin was like an idol to me. I’ve always wanted to sing just like her. This saddens me so much! My sincerest condolences and prayers go out to her family. 🙏🏼😭❤️

[KadeemG]

My heart is crushed right now. Thank you Aretha Franklin for giving us your contribution to everyone around the world that you gave me and my mom R.E.S.P.E.C.T for all the beautiful music. U will forever be missed

[CharlesHepburn]

I'm a metal headbanger, but even I can appreciate one of, if not the best soul singers of all-time! What an inspiration to millions or singers, millions of women, millions of African-Americans, and the billions who have enjoyed her music over the decades. Not sure how a person can have a greater and happier life than hers... well done... here's to when we can hear you leading the choir of angels in Heaven. RIP.

[vercoda]

Legend indeed. What a voice, and what a woman! May she Rest In Peace, with a singular legacy behind her...

[essencerodriguez]

Wow bow down to the Queen of soul, let me tell you growing up there was never a weekend when my mother wasn’t blasting your music all through the house... you are and forever will be Queen of soul... rest easy Mrs Aretha Franklin job well done, you will be missed I’m sending my condolences to your family and friends🌹 Go on walk thru those pearly gates your Heavenly Father awaits you 🕊

[Garapetsa]

Memory eternal.
She left a huge legacy for all to enjoy..

[glennardcoleman]

She is THE legend of all legends. Rest in peace, Queen Aretha.

[chriskozak]

Rest In Peace Ms Aretha Franklin, thank you for your beautiful music 🎼 & your golden voice. You will be missed but not forgotten, your music lives on forever. God bless you & your family.🙏🏽❤️

[yourenough]

Her voice and lyrics brought me to tears many times. RIP Ms Queen of Soul. ☆♡☆♡☆♡

[sugarlove]

RIP Miss Franklin! you left a great work! you will be with us forever

[MimiYBYAZPHIL]

The powers that be gave us ONE sun;
ONE moon and
ONE ARETHA!!
REST QUEEN!!👸🏾👸🏾👸🏾

[kaydenpat]

Good bye, Queen Franklin. Your legacy will live on for eternity!! Love you!!

[Wysperr]

My grandma (who we all referred to as Mami) recently passed away from cancer and is in heaven now. With Aretha up above as well, I can see her groovin' to this wonderful woman's voice~

[jeffwillis]

Rest in peace Queen of Soul. There will never be another like you.

[mrscpjones]

She’s passed on. She’s gone back to God Almighty to stand before him and sing praises to him and his son Jesus. God bless you Queen. Thank you God for Aretha Franklin’s life.