UPDATE-Don Cornelius’ death earlier this morning by an apparent suicide gave Soul Train fans and celebrities everywhere a gasping jolt of disbelief and bewilderment. As the bleak news began to trickle throughout the airwaves and blogosphere, friends and fans share recollections of the man behind the music and the movement. “Don Cornelius single handedly brought about a melding and unity of... Read more
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Don Cornelius Dead: Fans And Celebrities React
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‘Soul Train’ Creator Don Cornelius Dead At 75 – Suicide By Gunshot
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UPDATE-’Soul Train’ creator Don Cornelius died earlier this morning of a possible suicide. According to LA Times, Cornelius’ body was found this morning at 4 a.m in his Sherman Oaks, CA home after a gun shot wound to the head. In 1971 Don helped provide a platform for African American musicians from genres including R&B, Hip Hop, Jazz, Gospel and Soul.... Read more
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