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She was called the “Queen of Rare Groove” by her appreciative U.K. fans.

Her other No. 1 hits included “The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face.”

He had a successful solo career in the 1960s and ‘70s.

Cissé’s award-winning movie, “Yeelen,” is considered among Africa’s greatest films.

Allen can also be seen in the classic “House Party” and its first sequel.

Hunt sang with The Flamingos, including on “I Only Have Eyes for You.”

He was a leader of Namibia’s decades-long War of Independence.

Gotti’s production has been on records by Jay-Z, Jennifer Lopez, Ja Rule, and others.

Barge worked with Natalie Cole, The Rolling Stones, James Brown, and many others.

She starred on Broadway in “Mr. Wonderful.”