LBC takes a look back at some of the famous faces, controversial characters and legendary stars who died in the year 2025.

Richard Smallwood, a gospel singer and recording artist nominated eight times for Grammy Awards, has died. He was 77.

Smallwood, a Howard University graduate, wrote the gospel hit “Total Praise.” His songs were performed and recorded by ...

His hit song ‘Total Praise’ was included in the group Destiny’s Child’s  a capella “Gospel Medley,” performed by a cantor at ...

CBS 42's Sidney Spencer reports. Live updates: Trump addresses nation; House passes GOP health care plan with support of moderates Princess Kate is showing her steeliness following the character ...

McIntosh High School Principal Jamelle Sauls identified Hunter Reed as the 17-year-old junior who was shot and killed at a house party on Monday night. Democrats are using the fifth anniversary of the ...

Gospel singer Njeru Thiga left fans and fellow singers heartbroken after announcing he had recently been diagnosed with cancer During a live-stream session, his wife opened up about his past health ...

Kyle Lee Williams, age 40, of Standing Stone Township, PA passed away at his home with his loving family on Thursday afternoon, Dec. 11, 2025. Kyle was born on Nov. 2, 1985 in Bethlehem, PA. He was ...

Christopher Williams’ return to music came after his life was forced to slow down in a way he never expected. In 2021, the singer suffered kidney failure, collapsed, and spent nearly a month in a coma ...

Brenda Lee is a staple of the holiday season with her iconic song "Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree," and the iconic blonde officially turned 81 years old on Thursday! Lee, who was given the nickname ...

Spike Lee has paid tribute to his longtime collaborator Isiah Whitlock Jr., who died on Tuesday in New York at age 71.