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1967 Aretha Franklin Classic Crowned 'Greatest Song of All Time'
The Queen of Soul’s timeless anthem continues to define generations and top music rankings.

Cissy Houston, Mother of Whitney Houston, Dies at 91
Houston, who suffered from Alzheimer's Disease, passed away at her home in New Jersey on Monday morning.

Pete Davidson Jokes About Attending Aretha Franklin’s Funeral High on Ketamine In New Comedy Special
Davidson recounted the experience in his new Netflix special 'Turbo Fonzarelli' where he joked about paying his "R-E-S-P-E-C-Ts."

Jury Validates Aretha Franklin’s Handwritten Will Found Under Couch Cushion
The singer's sons were at odds about which of her two handwritten wills should take precedence.

Aretha Franklin's Granddaughter Performs "Ain't No Way" During 'American Idol' Audition
Grace Franklin performed "Killing Me Softly" and "Ain't No Way," a song from her late grandmother Aretha Franklin, during her 'American Idol' audition.

'Respect' Director Liesl Tommy Speaks on the Responsibility of Bringing Aretha Franklin's Story to the Big Screen
Liesl Tommy made her film directorial debut with 'Respect,' a biopic that focuses on Aretha Franklin's human side, finding her voice and the power of women.

Jennifer Hudson Shines in Powerful New Trailer for Aretha Franklin Biopic 'Respect'
'Respect' star Jennifer Hudson and director Liesl Tommy share all about the upcoming Aretha Franklin biopic and share a new trailer ahead of the August release.

'It's Just a Different World': 'Aretha' Star Omar J. Dorsey Has Been Working Through the Pandemic
Actor Omar J Dorsey talks working on 'Queen Sugar' Season 5 and 'Aretha' during the pandemic, learning from Ava DuVernay, and the upcoming 'Halloween Kills'.

'Genius: Aretha' Teaser Starring Cynthia Erivo Drops During Oscars
'Genius: Aretha' will begin airing May 25.

Aretha Franklin's Handwritten Wills Discovered Under Couch Cushions and in Locked Cabinet
It was previously thought that Franklin left no will behind.

Aretha Franklin Allegedly Owes IRS Nearly $8 Million
Aretha Franklin allegedly owes more than $6.3 million in back taxes from 2012 to 2018, as well as $1.5 million in penalties.

Aretha Franklin's 'Amazing Grace' Film Is Finally Here After 46 Years, and It's Transcendent
Seeing what happened on a few nights in January 1972 will change everything about how you view the Queen of Soul.

Aretha Franklin's Last Detroit Home Sells for $300,000
The last home that Franklin owned in the Detroit area has been sold.

Here Are the 2018 American Music Award Winners
Here are all the winners of the 2018 American Music Awards.

Aretha Franklin Exhibit Coming to Detroit African-American History Museum
The Detroit Free Press reports The Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History will unveil an exhibit dedicated to the Queen of Soul.

Elton John Pays Tribute to Mac Miller: 'Wherever You Are, I Hope You're Happy Now'
Elton John took a moment to remember the life of Mac Miller and dedicated a performance of "Don't Let The Sun Go Down On Me" to the recently deceased rapper. He also paid tribute to Aretha Franklin with a performance of "Border Song."

Aretha Franklin's Family Didn't Like Pastor's 'Distasteful' Eulogy Either
The Queen of Soul's family has issued a statement on Jasper Williams' attempted eulogy, which many have slammed as wholly inappropriate for the setting.

Aretha Franklin's Sons Will Likely Take Years Dividing Her Assets
The 76-year-old died of pancreatic cancer last month without a will, and though she was worth millions, it will likely take years for her four sons to find and divide her assets.