Died September 2021

At least three people have died and many more are injured.

He performed with El Gran Combo and Fania All Stars.

She was the first woman to lead a major U.S. city’s police department.

Ellis’ arrangements for Brown’s band were a strong influence on funk music.

Van Peebles was best known for his 1971 film, “Sweet Sweetback’s Baadasssss Song.”

He also had a recurring role in the show’s 21st-century reboot.

Before his movie career, Palmer was a college football star at the University of Illinois.

He also starred in “White Collar” and had a recurring role on “Hawaii Five-0.”

He also appeared in movies including “The Toolbox Murders.”

He performed with artists including Whitney Houston and Anita Baker.