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RIP, Aretha Franklin. Fans flood social media with outpourings of love

A publicist for the iconic diva confirmed she has died in Detroit, MI, surrounded by loved ones.
By Shelia Poole
Aug 16, 2018

Aretha Franklin, the undisputed  Queen of Soul, whose powerful voice was adored by generations has died.

She was 76.

Fans  and fellow performers took to Twitter   to send their prayers and to remember Franklin’s iconic voice  and her commitment to civil rights.

About the Author

Shelia has worked at The Atlanta Journal-Constitution for more than 30 years. Previously, she worked at The Lexington Herald-Leader and The Louisville Defender. Her beat is a bit of a mixed bag that includes religion and spirituality, culture and trends, race and aging. She earned degrees from Spelman College and Northwestern University.

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