What an incredible legacy of great music he leaves behind. May he RIP." The Tulsa Time singer played his final tour in 2006, and in 2010 was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame.
'I was lucky to share many things with you and I am very happy because, in addition to a phenomenon with the ball, you are a very great person and that is the most important thing.
"We know Aretha's legacy will live on." Al Sharpton "Deeply saddened by the passing of a beloved friend and queen/warrior Aretha Franklin," tweeted the civil rights activist. "Her contributions are legendary both personally and societally.