#RIP Errol Brown - ‘You Sexy Thing’ Singer Dead Aged 71

The death has been reported of Errol Brown, the lead singer of Hot Chocolate, and known for hits such as “Emma,” “Every 1’s a Winner” and “You Sexy Thing.” The 71 year old singer passed away at his home in The Bahamas, after suffering from liver cancer. He died with his wife Ginette and daughters Colette and Leonie by his side. His manager Phil Dale made the obituary announcement, describing Errol Brown as a “gentle man.” In the press statement, Dale wrote;

“Errol was a lover of life and obviously music. I never went into his home, car or a hotel room without music playing. And it always played constantly in his dressing room before a concert.”

#RIP Lorena Rojas - Fans React As Telenovela Actress Dies From Cancer Aged 44

Lorena Rojas has passed away today from cancer aged just 44. Lorena Rojas was a well known Telenovel actress appearing in such shows as “Buscando el Paraíso,” “Bajo un Mismo Rostro,” “El Alma No Tiene Color,” “El Cuerpo del Deseo" and “Ladrón de Corazones”.

She was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2008 and managed to recover successfully. However, in 2012 she was diagnosed again, and the cancer had spread to her bones. In November 2014, she was diagnosed with liver cancer, in addition to the bone cancer. Although she fought as hard as she could, the actress passed away today to deep mourning from her fans. May her soul rest in peace. Read some of the online tributes from fellow stars and fans...

NYT Writer David Carr Dies at 58 - Tributes and Quotes

New York Times columnist and writer David Carr has died yesterday at the age of 58. Some of his fans and colleagues have been sharing their favorite quotes from his writing and memoir, and also from the many speeches he gave to upcoming journalists in his Media Equation column for the New York paper.

In his memoir titled, The Night of the Gun, David Carr confessed to having struggled with drug abuse, and revealed how he was able to overcome his addiction and grow into a loving family man. He is survived by wife Jill Rooney Carr and three children. Many have said they will miss him and his honest, witty humor. May his soul rest in peace.

Tributes For 60 Minutes' Bob Simon - Dead In a Car Accident Aged 73

Bob Simon was one of the regular correspondents on 60 Minutes, one of the documentary programs we almost never miss in our household. When I got a notification from my CNN app last night that he died in a car accident, it was like it happened to someone I knew. Now, tributes are pouring in from fellow journalists and fans of the veteran journalist. Bob Simon died at the age of 73, but IMO, he was gone too soon.

RIP Monty Oum - Viral Web Series Animator Passes

'RIP Monty Oum' has been trending on Twitter after the 33-year-old animator's employer, Rooster Teeth announced his passing earlier today. Oum had been in intensive care since late January after suffering an allergic reaction during a routine medical procedure.

A Go Fund Me page that was set up to help pay for the animator’s spiraling medical costs after weeks in hospital raised over $180,000 for a goal of $50,000. Monty's animated web series had been very popular before his death.

Condolences have been pouring out to Oum's family and his co-workers after the company posted a statement about his death on their website.

Tears Flow at Burial for Joshua Adah - Missionary Killed By Fulani Herdsmen in Taraba [Photos]

Pastor Joshua Adah has been buried today, barely a week after he was hacked to death in Taraba State on January 23rd by Fulani Herdsmen. The 36-year-old husband and father of two was loved by all who knew him and became well known after being featured on Naija Diamonds Season 2 which held in 2012, as one of the people making a difference in Nigeria.

For his brethren in Christ and the ministry, Joshua's death came as a rude they could not believe till pictures showed his burial. These faithful have dropped photos and words of tribute to the work that Joshua Adah did and how he touched their lives. See burial photos and read some of the tributes below. May his soul rest in peace. Amen.

#KingAbdullah - Saudi King Abdullah Dead, Crown Prince Salman Takes Over

Saudi King Abdullah has just been confirmed dead, and according to reports, his brother Prince Salman will be the next to ascend the throne. The King was sick for months before he died, according to HuffPo;

Saudi Arabia's King Abdullah has died, Saudi state television announced early on Friday local time. Abdullah's designated successor is Crown Prince Salman bin Abdulaziz, his 79-year-old half-brother.

#RIPMuna - Read Tributes From Genevieve, Jim Iyke, Rita Dominic, Van Vicker, John Dumelo

Nollywood actor Muna Obiekwe has passed on but his memory continues to live on the minds of his fans and those he worked with in the industry. Some people were thrown off by the fake account denying the actor's death, but now the confirmation has been verified, tributes continue to flood in.

Genevieve Nnaji, Halima Abubakar, John Dumelo, Van Vicker and more are among his colleagues who have shared their grief about the untimely death on social media.

#RIPMunaObiekwe - Tributes Flow As Nollywood Says Goodbye to One Of Their Own

Actors Yvonne Jegede, Ini Edo, Stella Damasus, Uche Jombo, & Mike Ezu are among the colleagues who have put up tributes and brief eulogies to Muna Obiekwe whose death was announced yesterday, Jan 18 2014.

Actress Yvonne Jegede wrote,

"Some times i wish we don't take some things for granted. Been calling and his phone is switched off. I wish i could have a short chat with you now. I wish i could just see you one more time. My friend, my colleague, my boss, my senior, my GUYYYYYY... Tears won't stop, my heart beating faster, Bless the day i met you, bless your soul, bless your family you left behind. #nollywoodactor #nollywoodhulk #nollywoodlover #nollywoodworker #sabiguy REST IN PEACE MUNA OBIEKWE #WeLoveMunaObiekwe"

Ibinabo Fiberisima Says Muna Obiekwe Was Not Abandoned But On Actor's Health Plan

As grief and mourning for actor Muna Obiekwe sweeps across the Nollywood fandom inside Nigeria and in diaspora, read here, a few people are not happy that the lack of funds to sustain his dialysis treatment may have contributed to the untimely death. In reaction to a tribute to the late Muna Obiekwe posted on facebook by Actors Guild President, Ibinabo Fiberesima, some fans called her out for abandoning him while he was sick. She denied the claims, saying;

We never ignore our members. If we are informed of a situation we take action. We never neglect anyone. We have an active insurance plan . We have begged our members and still begging them to revalidate their membership and join the health plan. Their is only so much anyone can do. Muna was revalidated and on d health plan..

See the tribute below...

Actor Muna Obiekwe Confirmed Dead - So SAD!

I didn't blog for most of yesterday so I'm just seeing this news. OMG! This is so sad and shocking that another Nollywood actor has passed on. Muna Obiekwe was one of Nollywood's most favorite actors and his friends Mike Ezuruonye and Empress Njamah were the first to report the news of his death on social media yesterday.

There was some confusion as a fake Twitter account tried to deny the news, but it has now been confirmed by his close family and the Actor's Guild of Nigeria. May his soul rest in peace. Amen.

Bola Amole Passes Away - Owner Of BIMS African Food Store London

Condolences! Risikat Bola Amole was the proprietress of Bims African Food Store, one of the biggest African stores in London Peckham. She was also the National President of the Association of Food Importers and Exporters. Late Mrs. Amole who is said to have died in her 50s in Ibadan a few days ago owned one of the houses in billionaires’ axis in Iyaganku GRA, Ibadan.

She was described as one of the wealthiest women in Ibadan as well as London where she's based. Mrs Amole was as at the time of her death vying for a federal rep seat for Oyo State in this forthcoming elections.

ESPN SportsCenter Anchor, Stuart Scott Dies After Long Battle With Cancer

ESPN's SportsCenter anchor Stuart Scott, known for his quirky catch phrases such as “Boo-ya” and “As cool as the other side of the pillow", which enthralled viewers for decades has died.  Scott died today after a long battle with cancer which started in 2007.

Stuart Scott, 49, is survived by his two daughters, Taelor, 19, and Sydni, 15. ESPN president, John Skipper has made a touching statement about the death, and Scott's dedication to what he loved best, sports.

Titi Branch, Founder of Miss Jessie's Natural Hair Care Line, Commits Suicide

Beautiful Titi Branch, one of the co-founders of the wildly successful natural hair care line, Miss Jessie’s, has died. According to reports, the 45 year old beauty entrepreneur committed suicide on Dec. 4th at her home but her death was kept hush hush until this past weekend.

The graduate of the University of Maryland, who created the haircare line with sister Miko, also ran a popular New York salon. The branch sisters started their haircare line about 10 years ago and catered mostly to ethnic and curly hair types.

Kelly Rowland Confirms Mother's Death Just Weeks After Grandson Was Born

Kelly Rowland has confirmed that their family is mourning the death of her mother and she has announced this in a statement released a few hours ago to AP. Doris Rowland Garrison died Tuesday in Atlanta at age 66 just days before her birthday on Saturday.

The former Destiny's Child member, who recently became a mother herself, called her mother an incredible soul who made countless sacrifices so she could become the person she is today.

PSquare Loses Dad Two Years After Mom Passed Away

The Okoye family have lost their patriarch as their dad is reported to have died earlier today, as reportedby Linda Ikeji;

Two years after losing their mum, the Okoye boys have lost their father. Mr Okoye died today November 24th.

A source close to the family told LIB exclusively that the late Mr. Okoye recently had a successful knee surgery and was about going for physiotherapy when he just fell. So sad. May his soul rest in peace...Amen.

So Sad! Read ChazB's Letter To Myles Munroe On His Death Two Weeks Ago

Popular radio presenter  Chaz B passed away earlier today from kidney failure which he's been battling with since 2011. Chaz B was opportuned to meet with Dr. Myles Munroe when the latter visited Nigeria sometime this year, and they struck up a friendship.

Chaz B was a Christian and while he was alive, he touched a lot of lives through his issues based radio show. One of life coach mentors was Dr. Myles Munroe who himself died almost two weeks ago on Nov 10 with his wife and 7 others.

#RIPChazB - His Near-Death Experience in 2012 And How His Wife Donated A Kidney To Save Him

Popular radio presenter  Chaz B (real names Charles Bruce Chukwuma) has been confirmed to have passed away today. The cause of death was kidney failure which he's been battling with since 2011.

In 2012, Chaz B shared a life changing testimony about how God delivered him from death through the prayers of loved ones. He thanked God for blessing him with an extraordinary wife, daughter, family, friends and listeners.

He talks openly about his acute kidney disease, and how he nearly died from it. But God gave him the strength to fight it with the support of his family and friends. He was able to travel for surgery in India and his wife went with him and donated a kidney herself.

Listen below...

Myles Munroe's Son And Daughter Speak Publicly On his Death For The First Time

Charissa Munroe and her brother, Myles Munroe Jr., were close to tears as they addressed their first press conference after the death of both of their parents, Dr. Myles and Ruth Munroe. The younger Munroe displayed an oratorship very similar to his father as he read a statement from the family while surrounded by his sister and other loved ones.

#RIPOscarDeLaRenta - Kerry Washington Shares Tribute Wearing Favorite Gown By The Designer

Kerry Washington shared her sadness at the loss of renowned designer Oscar De La Renta with a picture of her wearing one of his signature creations while receiving an award. The Scandal actress shared the photo on Instagram with the caption;