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CENTRAL FLORIDA — After a battle with pancreatic cancer, Central Florida was saddened to learn Thursday morning that music superstar Aretha Franklin had died at the age of 76.
Franklin was surrounded by family and friends in her Detroit home.
Read: 'Queen of Soul' Aretha Franklin dies at 76
The legendary singer had a career filled with music milestones, from Motown to presidential inaugurations. She was also known for her activism and charity work.
Here is how Central Florida is remembering the Queen of Soul:
The Queen Of Soul pic.twitter.com/TEFKgY6fFX
— Vanessa Echols (@VEcholsWFTV) August 16, 2018
A LEGEND HAS PASSED AWAY.
— Jorge Estevez (@jesteveztv) August 16, 2018
Go be with the Angels.
May you Rest In Peace.#ArethaFranklin @WFTV https://t.co/EI3VwbiU6U pic.twitter.com/EUjjVUR9RP
Nothing but R-E-S-P-E-C-T for her... https://t.co/AgJtmuhOgN
— George Waldenberger (@GWaldenWFTV) August 16, 2018
Today, the world lost a LEGEND. I join millions in mourning the loss of #ArethaFranklin - the Queen of Soul. Her music and her advocacy inspired us to be a better, more inclusive, and more soulful nation. May she rest in peace, and may her legacy long live on. https://t.co/36O207AVPU
— Rep. Stephanie Murphy (@RepStephMurphy) August 16, 2018
- Aretha Franklin used her voice to 'deliver music for social justice'
- How Aretha turned 'Respect' into a feminist anthem
- Photos: Aretha Franklin through the years
- 'Thank you, Aretha': Fans, friends remember the 'Queen of Soul'
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