Dec 14, 1924 – Apr 10, 2017 (Age 92)
Actress and gospel singer Linda Hopkins, who won a Tony Award in 1972 for the musical "Inner City," died Monday in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, according to her great-niece Hazel Lindsey.
She was 92.
Inspired by blues singer Bessie Smith, Hopkins wrote and starred in 1974's one-woman...
Read MoreSaw Linda many years ago in a little place in Greenwich Village. She was so fantastic,I kept coming back to hear her magnificent voice. I spoke to her&she was as lovely as her soulful,stunning&magical voice. How lucky I was to hear&meet her numerous times (I was hooked!) 50 years ago.I knew I was hearing greatness&such talent.Remember her like it was yesterday.Rest in peace,you wonderful soul.
Sharon Parker
October 15, 2022 | Other
I miss my. Godmother. Charlene
Charlene Collins
May 24, 2020 | New York City, NY | Grandchild
OH MY LORD
MARCUS HUMPHREY
AKA MR. BOOGEYPUDDIN
MARCUS HUMPHREY
November 19, 2019 | VALENCIA, CA
Met her many years ago in Boston after a show she was doing. We met at the Park Plaza Hotel and it was her birthday. I gave her a large Opel pendent. Great smile and lady,she will be busy singing for the Lord in Heaven. Pax et Bonum., Bro. Fleury OFh. D.Th.
Bro. Fleury OFh. D.Th.
February 03, 2018 | Saint Albans, VT
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February 03, 2018
Had the greatest time up hanging out, in the late '80s, early '90s, with her at her penthouse in Hollywood, flipping burgers and playing Whist! Sweet, sweet lady.
Lisa McLeroy
January 15, 2018 | Memphis, TN
Rest In Peace Miss Hopkins . Thank you for the beautiful music .
Joseph Howard
January 02, 2018 | Summerville, SC
Hey "Kid" I just heard the news that you'd gotten your wings! I know you're somewhere singing your behind off. I love you for all my life.
The Kid in Paris!
Ohhhhh such great times
Beno G
November 25, 2017 | Paris France
Remembered By
B G
November 25, 2017 | Paris, FR