Roberta Flack, legendary singer behind ‘Killing Me Softly’, dies aged 88
Roberta Flack, the Grammy-winning singer known for hits like “The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face” and “Killing Me Softly With His Song,” passed away at the age of 88. She defied musical genres by blending jazz, soul, pop, and R&B, becoming one of America’s most influential singers. Flack revealed in 2022 that she had been diagnosed with ALS and could no longer sing. Throughout her career, she won four Grammys and was honored with a Lifetime Achievement Award in 2020. Flack’s legacy includes numerous No. 1 hits, collaborations with other artists, and her dedication to music education through the Roberta Flack School of Music.
Lester Holt to Step Down as ‘NBC Nightly News’ Anchor
Lester Holt, the anchor of “NBC Nightly News” for a decade, has announced that he will be stepping down at the beginning of the summer. He will transition to a full-time role at “Dateline,” where he has been the principal anchor since 2011. The network has not yet named a successor for Holt on “Nightly News.” Holt expressed gratitude for his career in a memo, reflecting on his journey from a young radio reporter to anchoring two iconic news programs. His departure follows a trend of veteran anchors leaving their positions, including Hoda Kotb and Chuck Todd.
Kamala Harris Delivers Inspiring Speech At The NAACP Awards
The 56th NAACP Image Awards celebrated Black achievement and advocacy, honoring luminaries from entertainment, politics, and civil rights. Former Vice President Kamala Harris received the prestigious Chairman’s Award, emphasizing the impact of Black women in leadership. Entertainer of the Year Keke Palmer highlighted the importance of community support and self-determination in her acceptance speech. The ceremony underscored the connection between artistic excellence and social responsibility, emphasizing the role of grassroots mobilization in advancing social justice. Overall, the event showcased the breadth of Black influence on American culture and served as a rallying point for continued progress and community empowerment.
The Wayans family are official ‘Hall of Fame’ Inductees
The Wayans family was honored at the NAACP Image Awards for their groundbreaking contributions to entertainment, with Keenen Ivory Wayans notably absent from the ceremony. Damon Wayans Sr. emotionally reflected on their journey, highlighting Keenen’s pivotal decision to pursue comedy. Fans celebrated the family’s legacy on social media, recognizing Keenen’s revolutionary impact through “In Living Color” and “Scary Movie.” Despite Keenen’s physical absence, his influence was felt throughout the evening, with Marlon acknowledging his brother’s role in their success.