Saluting 2012’s Fallen Stars

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Happy New Year’s Eve, everyone!

I couldn’t let 2012 pass without looking back and honoring the stars who left us over the past 12 months. Their talents and notoriety have left an indelible mark on our culture – a culture we celebrate daily here at Soul In Stereo.

Before we ring in 2013, let’s look back at the men and woman who have meant so much to us over the years. They will not be forgotten.

Adam Yauch, AKA MCA of The Beastie Boys

Actress Yvette Wilson

Herb Reed of The Platters

Activist Rodney King

Disco diva Donna Summer

Actor Michael Clarke Duncan

TV and music personality Dick Clark

Natina Reed of Blaque

Actor Richard Dawson

Soul singer Fontella Bass

Soul music pioneer and TV host Don Cornelius

“Godfather of Go-go” Chuck Brown

Major Harris of The Delfonics

Actor, comedian and Edd’s role model Sherman Hemsley

R&B siren Whitney Houston