To Jennifer Hudson, Aretha Franklin became much more than a music legend when the talk show host was preparing to play her idol in the 2021 biopic Respect. “You know, I didn’t realize how much of an ...

Of all the surviving legends from 1980's Blues Brothers, the one least likely to judge American Idol? Yeah, I'd say Dan Aykroyd too, but in this case, the answer is actually Aretha Franklin. "Yes I am ...

Just the mention of Aretha Franklin's name conjures up the memory of her undeniable voice. And with a career spanning more than five decades, touching gospel, R&B and pop, Franklin has earned her ...

Happy (belated) birthday to the Queen of Soul! Aretha Franklin, born March 25, 1942, left an indelible mark on music, culture, and civil rights. Her voice—powerful, passionate, and ...

(ThyBlackMan.com) Aretha Franklin, known as the Queen of Soul, was more than just a singer—she was a storyteller, an activist ...

When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Credit: Getty Images It may not have escaped your notice that a lot of famous musicians - ...