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Cassandra Wilson, Grammy-winning jazz vocalist, dies at 70
Two-time Grammy Award-winning jazz vocalist, songwriter, and producer Cassandra Wilson has died at the age of 70. She passed away peacefully at her home in her native Jackson, Mississippi, surrounded by family and friends, according to her manager and the Hinds County Coroner.
Wilson was widely recognized for her distinctive contralto voice and her ability to blend jazz with genres such as blues, folk, R&B, and country. Her career achievements include being named a National Endowment for the Arts Jazz Master in 2022 and winning Grammy Awards for her albums ‘New Moon Daughter’ in 1997 and ‘Loverly’ in 2009.
While her musical legacy is celebrated, her political stances also drew attention. Reports from the 2020 presidential election period noted her social media activity in support of Donald Trump, a topic that had previously caused debate among some of her longtime fans.
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Cassandra Wilson · Donald Trump · Grammy Awards · Jackson, Mississippi · National Endowment for the Arts
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- [● 2 SOURCES] Cassandra Wilson died at age 70. wavepublication.com · blacknews.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Wilson passed away peacefully at her home in Jackson, Mississippi. wavepublication.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Wilson demonstrated pro-Trump social media activity during the 2020 presidential election. blacknews.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Wilson was named a National Endowment for the Arts Jazz Master in 2022. blacknews.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Wilson won two Grammy Awards for best jazz vocal album. wavepublication.com