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The fourth daughter of Reverend C.L. Franklin may have been the daughter of a minister but she became something far bigger later one. Aretha Franklin may have earned the immortal title of Queen of Soul but she never let go of her gospel roots. “Aretha, like Al Green, is one of the few artists who is universally accepted […]

It’s a sad day in music. The Queen of Soul Aretha Franklin died of Pancreatic cancer on Thursday at 76 years old. Throughout her 50 year career, Ms. Franklin has touched numerous souls and provided the soundtrack for many countless life moments. In honor of Aretha’s incomparable legacy, check these heartwarming photos The Queen and […]

Condolences August 16, 2018 Today I join my community, my industry and the world in mourning the loss and celebrating the life of my dear sister, friend, and ally, Aretha Franklin. I send my love and offer prayers of grace and peace to the members of her family, her friends and colleagues who walked alongside […]

Take a look at some of the top shots from Aretha Franklin's various photo shoots over the years.

From her seminal performance before a Detroit Lions NFL game to having a city street named for her, Aretha is 100% Detroit, through and through.

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Whether it was during her humble start as a teenage star-in-the making or performing for American presidents, Aretha felt right at home live on stage.

Tia Mowry-Hardrict has been on cloud nine since welcoming her daughter Cairo in early May and now that she’s officially introduced her to the world, she is sharing multiple photos of her baby girl on Instagram every day and we have 21 adorable photos of her right here! Click here to see them!

Aretha Franklin blossomed into arguably the greatest singer of all time, but the fame and acclaim wasn't achieved overnight.