They say death comes in threes. After the world mourned the loss of wrestling diva Chyna and the legendary Prince last week, today we have lost yet another amazing soul: singer Billy Paul has passed at the age of 81. The Philadelphia native had a storied career and released multiple albums since the 60s, hitting it big with his single “Me and Mrs. Jones.” Billy Paul passed on Sunday in his New Jersey home after his battle with pancreatic cancer. RIP.
(Photos) Sports: Michael Jordan, Magic Johnson & Other Athletes And Teams Speak On The Passing Of Prince
With news breaking yesterday of Prince passing away, everyone wanted to show their love and respect for him and that definitely included numerous people from the world of sports. Everyone from Michael Jordan to Magic Johnson to entire teams wanted to show their condolences and share stories about the icon himself.
More Details Released Surrounding Prince’s Death
Earlier today, the legendary Prince was found dead at the age of 57. While details as to a cause are still unknown, the Carver County Sheriff’s office has given a bit more insight as to the series of events that occurred this morning. “Carver County Sheriff Jim Olson reports that on April 21, 2016, at about 9:43 am, sheriff’s deputies responded to a medical call at Paisley Park Studios in Chanhassen,” they said in a newly-released statement. “When deputies and medical personnel arrived, they found an unresponsive adult male in the elevator. First responders attempted to provide lifesaving CPR, but were unable to revive the victim. He was pronounced deceased at 10:07 am. He has been identified as Prince Rogers Nelson (57) of Chanhassen.”
BREAKING: Prince Found Dead At Home At The Age Of 57
Rest in peace to the legendary Prince. He was found dead at his Paisley Park compound in Minnesota today at the age of 57. Earlier this week, the singer was forced to make an emergency landing of his private jet while en route to the Minnesota pad from a concert in Atlanta, but his reps said it was due to flu complications. He was treated and released three hours later, and had been tweeting regularly since then and even performed the following night. No cause of death has been revealed yet, but we will keep you updated. RIP, Prince.
Police Offer A Few More Details About Chinx’s Murder
As we approach a year since the untimely death of Far Rockaway rapper Chinx, his murder still remains unsolved. The NYPD know little more than they did at the time of the shooting, but today, they’ve announced they at least know a tiny bit more than before. Shooting down rumors of a drive-by, Lt. Rudolph confirms that they believe it was indeed a targeted shooting, revealing that someone walked up to Chinx’s car and shot him directly.
RIP: Former Toronto Mayor Rob Ford Dead At 46
Former Toronto mayor Rob Ford has passed away at the age of 46, after a 2-year battle with cancer. In recent years, Ford became more infamous for being caught on camera smoking crack multiple while in office, than for his actual job title. He eventually went to rehab to seek help for his “problem with alcohol” for two months, then returned to office until the end of his term in 2014. That same year, Ford was diagnosed with pleomorphic liposarcoma, after a tumor was found in his abdomen. He underwent surgeries and multiple rounds of chemotherapy, but today, he has succumbed to the horrible disease. Ford is survived by his wife and 2 children. RIP.
