Rapper And Producer MF DOOM Dead At 49
The enigmatic rapper MF DOOM has died, according to a statement from his wife posted onto social media. Doom was known for his multiple personas and love of wordplay.
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'Do What's Right And Have Fun': Remembering A Mother With A Fighting Spirit
Rosella Liscum died at age 101 last week after contracting COVID-19. At StoryCorps in 2012, she told her daughter, "Just do what's in your heart. Do what's right and have fun."
Pianist Claude Bolling, Creator Of Popular Jazz/Classical Suites, Has Died
The French jazz pianist was best known for his 1975 collaboration with classical flutist Jean-Pierre Rampal. It stayed on the Billboard charts for more than ten years.
Mary Ann From 'Gilligan's Island,' Dawn Wells, Has Died From COVID-19
The actress and producer was 82 years old. Her publicist announced Wednesday she died of complications related to the coronavirus.
Boston Celtics Legend K.C. Jones Dies At 88
Boston Celtics player and coach K.C. Jones has died at age 88. NPR remembers his understated manner and how he let the players have the limelight.
Louisiana Congressman-Elect Dies From COVID-19
Republican Luke Letlow, 41, who was elected earlier this month to represent the northeastern 5th District, died Tuesday from complications from the disease.
Tony Rice Was My Guitar Hero
Bluegrass guitar legend Tony Rice died Christmas day, leaving behind an expansive catalogue devoted to exploring uncharted territory. Guitarist and fan Molly Tuttle picks his essential recordings.
Cold War Double Spy George Blake Dies At 98
Cold War spy George Blake died at age 98. NPR recounts his life of passing British secrets to the Soviets, his arrest and daring escape to Russia, where he died years later.
Reginald Foster, World's Renowned Latinist, Dies At 81
NPR remembers the Rev. Reginald Foster — perhaps the world's foremost Latin scholar. He was the official translator for four popes and inspired Roman tour guides for Latin enthusiasts worldwide.
Chinese Video Game Tycoon, Netflix Producer Dead After Alleged Poisoning
Yoozoo Group CEO Lin Qi, 39, was also executive producer for an upcoming Netflix series. Reports suggest he may have been poisoned by a colleague.