Aretha Louise Franklin (/ əˈriːθə / ə-REE-thə; March 25, 1942 – August 16, 2018) was an American singer, songwriter and pianist. [2] Regarded as the " Queen of Soul ", she was twice named by …

Feb 6, 2026 · Aretha Franklin was an American singer, songwriter, and civil rights activist who revolutionized popular music in the 1960s and became widely known as the “Queen of Soul.”

Aretha Franklin died of advanced pancreatic cancer on August 16, 2018, in Detroit, Michigan. She will be known as one of the most influential singers of all time, and as an activist who spoke of the world …

Feb 20, 2025 · Aretha Franklin, known as the "Queen of Soul," was a gifted singer and pianist who rose to fame through her powerful voice and emotional depth. Born on March 25, 1942, in Memphis, …

Mar 6, 2026 · Aretha Franklin, universally acclaimed as the “Queen of Soul” and one of America’s greatest singers in any style, died on Thursday at her home in Detroit. She was 76.

1 day ago · CNN Editorial Research (CNN) — Here’s a look at the life of the “Queen of Soul,” Aretha Franklin. Personal Birth date: March 25, 1942 Death date: August 16, 2018 Birth place: Memphis, …

Aretha Franklin lit up stages across the globe with anthems like "Respect" and "Think." But behind the scenes, she struggled with profound personal trauma.

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Mar 5, 2026 · Explore the remarkable lifelong music career of Aretha Franklin, the legendary Queen of Soul whose voice shaped generations.

Aretha Louise LaTundra Franklin (March 25, 1942 - August 16, 2018) was an American soul, R&B, and gospel singer born in Memphis, Tennessee and raised in Detroit, Michigan.