As we make our way through 2024, there is no shortage of fallen Black celebrities. From controversial figures to inspiring athletes and esteemed actors and actresses, here is a look at everyone we’ve lost this year. Enchanting Enchanting Rapper Enchanting died on June 11 at the age of 26.
Born Channing Nicole Larry, Enchanting was taken off life support after she fell unconscious the previous day. Her cause of death has not been shared. She signed with Gucci Mane’s imprint 1017 Records in 2020 and left after releasing her 2022 album, “No Luv.
” James Lawson, Jr. James Lawson, Jr. Civil Rights leader James Lawson, Jr.
died on June 9 at 95. He passed in Los Angeles after suffering a cardiac arrest. For most of his life, Lawson worked as a labor activist, professor, and pastor.
He was also a close advisor to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., during the Civil Rights Movement.
Chet Walker Chet Walker NBA Hall of Famer Chet Walker died on June 8 at 84. Nicknamed “The Jet,” Walker was a seven-time All-Star who helped lead the Philadelphia 76ers to a championship in 1967. During his 13-year career, he played with the Sixers and the Chicago Bulls.
Brother Marquis Brother Marquis Rapper Brother Marquis died on June 3 at 58. No cause of death has been made public. Marquis, born Mark Ross, was a member of 2 Live Crew, one of .
The crew played a huge role in allowing MCs to express their right to free speech. Shortly after the release of their third album, “As Nasty As They Wanna B.
