Obituaries
Comedian Todd Lynn Dies After Suffering Heart Attack
After suffering two strokes and a heart attack, comedian Todd Lynn has died.
After suffering two strokes and a heart attack this morning, comedian Todd Lynn has died.
Todd Lynn dies
Lynn, who was an outspoken comedian, had suffered from pancreatic cancer and was also a diabetic.
He has done many works including BET’s Comicview, P Diddy’s Bad Boy’s of Comedy, Comedy Central Series, and My Wife and Kids.
“He had been reaching out to a lot of people and was changing for the better,” Paul tells Laughspin. “He always knew how some other people felt about him.” Although his health wasn’t entirely strong the last few years, Lynn had been amping up his comedic output, even developing a strong buzz within the industry at last summer’s Just For Laughs comedy festival in Montreal. “He was great,” Paul continues. “He was a really smart and warm guy. But a lot of people didn’t get to know him.” Lynn even had a PhD in Literature.
Rest in peace Comedian Todd Lynn
Obituaries
Bo$$, Def Jam’s West first female rapper, dies at 54
On Monday (March 11), Bun B shared the news of her passing in a heartfelt tribute on Instagram.
Bo$$, best known as the first female rapper signed to Def Jam Recordings West, has passed away from kidney failure.
Passing
On Monday (March 11), Bun B shared the news of her passing in a heartfelt tribute on Instagram.
“Rest in peace to my big sis Lichelle Laws AKA Boss. One of the best female MCs and a dear friend. Give Rick Royal a hug for me. Long Live The Org!”
Bo$$, the first-ever female rapper signed to Def Jam
Real name Lichelle Laws, Bo$$ is a Detroit native who moved to Los Angeles after graduating high school to pursue a career in music.
She immediately began making waves in the L.A. scene. Soon after, she was discovered by one of DJ Quik‘s associates, Russell Simmons heard about her and signed her to Def Jam’s West Coast branch.
An acronym for Bi—es On Some Sh–, Bo$$ was actually a duo that consisted of Laws and her DJ, Irene “Dee” Moore.
In 1993, Bo$$ released their only studio album, Born Gangstaz, selling nearly 40,000 copies. With hits such as “Recipe of a Hoe,” “I Don’t Give a F–k,” “Deeper,” “Progress of Elimination” and “Mai Sista Izza B-tch,” the album reached No. 22 on the Billboard 200 tally and No. 3 on the Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums chart.
Over the last few years, Bo$$ reportedly suffered from renal disease and had a stroke and seziure in 2017.
She was 54 years old.
Health & Wellness
Hydeia Broadbent, AIDS activist and motivational speaker, dies at 39
Hydeia Broadbent passed away at 39 from natural causes.
Hydeia Broadbent, a prominent AIDS activist and motivational speaker, has passed away at age 39.
Confirmation of Hydeia Broadbent’s passing
Her passing was confirmed by her father Loren Broadbent, in a post on Facebook, sharing Hydeia died from natural causes.
“With great sadness, I must inform you all that our beloved friend, mentor, and daughter Hydeia, passed away today after living with AIDS since birth,” his post read.
“Despite facing numerous challenges throughout her life, Hydeia remained determined to spread hope and positivity through education around Hiv/AIDS.”
Her incredible story
According to her website, Broadbent was abandoned at the University Medical Center of Southern Nevada in Las Vegas and, as an infant, was adopted by Loren and Patricia Broadbent.
At three years old, she was diagnosed as HIV-positive with advancement to AIDS.
Hydeia Broadbent and her activism
Hydeia became an activist at age 6, telling her story to the masses on various national television programs, including “A Conversation with Magic Johnson” on Nickelodeon, “Oprah,” “20/20,” and “Good Morning America.” She also appeared in New York Times, People, Teen People, Essence, Ebony and Sister 2 Sister Magazine.
Motivational speaker
In 1996, she was a speaker at the Republican National Convention, she stated “I am the future, and I have AIDS.”
In 2002, her family published a book entitled “You Get Past The Tears,” she appeared with her family on “Extreme Home Makeover” in 2004.
Until her passing, she was an international motivational speaker and AIDS activist.
In 2014, she became a spokesperson for the Magic Johnson Foundation, as well as other AIDS activist organizations, in order “to educate people about HIV/AIDS, raise awareness, and fight discrimination against those living with HIV/AIDS.”
“People think because I was born with HIV my story does not apply to them. Well, this same disease I am living with is the same disease you can get if you are aware and informed,” Broadbent said.
“I use my testimony as a warning of what you don’t want to go through.”
Most of us watched Hydeia and her bravery as she shared her story on this autoimmune disease. Her courage was something to be admired.
Unheard Voices sends its heartfelt condolences to Hydeia’s family and loved ones.
Entertainment
Carl Weathers, iconic actor, dies at 76
According to his family, Weathers died peacefully in his sleep Thursday. He was 76.
Carl Weathers, the iconic actor best known as Apollo Creed in the “Rocky” movie series, has died.
He was 76.
Details on Carl Weathers
According to his family, Weathers died peacefully in his sleep Thursday.
“We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of Carl Weathers,” according to the family statement.
“Carl was an exceptional human being who lived an extraordinary life.”
“Through his contributions to film, television, the arts and sports, he has left an indelible mark and is recognized worldwide and across generations,” his family said.
“He was a beloved brother, father, grandfather, partner, and friend.”
Acting career
Weathers got his big acting break in 1976, when he landed the role of heavyweight boxing champion Apollo Creed in “Rocky,” according to his bio on IMDb.
The New Orleans-born actor played this role in three other “Rocky” movies.
Weathers also starred in 1987’s “Predator,” starring Arnold Schwarzenegger, in Adam Sandler’s “Happy Gilmore” in 1996 and on the small screen in “The Mandalorian.”
He also was the voice for Combat Carl in “Toy Story 4” and other shorts in the Disney-Pixar franchise.
He dabbed into comedy, playing himself in the sitcom “Arrested Development.” Other TV acting credits include “Law & Order: Special Victims Unit,” “Magnum P.I.” and “Chicago P.D.”
Weathers attended San Diego State University where he studied theater and played football.
He then played professionally for the Oakland Raiders until he retired in 1974 to seriously pursue acting, according to his bio.
He was nominated for an Emmy in 2021 for Outstanding Guest Actor for the re-occurring role as Greef Karga in “The Mandalorian.”
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