******OFFICIAL THREAD --Luther Vandross has died.. - GoFuckYourself.com

Juicy D. Links · 07-01-2005, 04:43 PM

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Juicy D. Links · 07-01-2005, 04:44 PM

CNN) -- Legendary R&B artist Luther Vandross, whose smooth, silky voice gave soul to songs about life, love and relationships, died Friday. He was 54 years old.

The popular crooner suffered a debilitating stroke in April 2003. Even so, his album "Dance With My Father," co-written with Richard Marx, sold nearly a million copies in its first month of release that June. The album won him four Grammy Awards, half his lifetime total, including song of the year.

Vandross died at JFK Medical Center in Edison, New Jersey at 1:47 p.m. ET, surrounded by family, friends and a medical support team, a statement from the hospital said.

Alluding to the stroke, "which he never fully recovered from," hospital spokesman Rob Cavanaugh said, "Throughout his illness, Luther received excellent medical care and attention from his medical team. Luther was deeply touched by all the thoughts and wishes from his fans."

Vandross' songs and emotionally charged ballads carry a signature sound. During his four-decade career, Vandross sold more than 25 million copies, each one of his 14 albums achieving either platinum or multi-platinum status.

Luther Ronzoni Vandross was born into a New York City family steeped in the traditions of gospel and soul. He began his career writing and performing jingles for television commercials. He even appeared on "Sesame Street" in October 1969.

It was after a chance meeting with David Bowie at a recording studio in 1975 that Vandross was asked to sing backup on Bowie's hit album, "Young Americans."

Later, Vandross served as Bowie's opening act.

Vandross also sang backup for Bette Midler and Barbra Streisand.

When record companies rejected him, Vandross used his own money to produce his 1981 debut album, "Never Too Much."

It went on to top the R&B charts and sold 2 million copies.

Other hit singles followed, like "Any Love" and "Here and Now."

Vandross struggled with health and image problems, claiming that he lost 100 pounds -- 13 times. He suffered from hypertension and diabetes, which killed two siblings and his father, but refused to slow down until his stroke two years ago.

ssp · 07-01-2005, 05:00 PM

That is fukcing sad. May he rest in piece.

I guess he's finally able to "dance with his father again".

HairToStay · 07-01-2005, 05:00 PM

I read this earlier and it broke my heart.

RIP, Luther.

MikeXAMO · 07-01-2005, 05:00 PM

what makes this the official thread? I'm gonna go make my own official thread.

Adultnet · 07-01-2005, 05:05 PM

He was a great man..

really said

AsianDivaGirlsWebDude · 07-01-2005, 05:05 PM

Aw, that's too bad. Luther had a style all his own, and he made great making out music.

RIP Luther Vandross

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PatrickKing · 07-01-2005, 05:06 PM

Between the love walrus (Barry White) and Luther dying . Love is dead here in the USA

sniperwolf · 07-01-2005, 05:15 PM

Really sad to have lost someone like him..

RIP

MikeXAMO · 07-01-2005, 05:16 PM

MikeXAMO · 07-01-2005, 05:33 PM

btw - lots of love to luther, he was a R&B god.

BlueDesignStudios · 07-01-2005, 06:00 PM

RIP.. he had a great voice & some nice songs

Plugin Feeds K · 07-01-2005, 06:02 PM

Wow, wasn't expecting that ...

pornstar2pac · 07-01-2005, 06:02 PM

The Blue Oyster misses him already

BiggleJones · 07-01-2005, 06:26 PM

damn...that shit sucks...RIP

H.I.G · 07-01-2005, 06:47 PM

oh this is bad, first barry now luther..

naugthygUrL · 07-02-2005, 01:57 AM

sad to hear that

he has a great voice and his songs are awesome

Vitasoy · 07-02-2005, 02:29 AM

May he rest in peace

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Juicy D. Links So Fucking Banned Industry Role: Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: N.Y. -Long Island -- Posts: 122,992	CNN) -- Legendary R&B artist Luther Vandross, whose smooth, silky voice gave soul to songs about life, love and relationships, died Friday. He was 54 years old. The popular crooner suffered a debilitating stroke in April 2003. Even so, his album "Dance With My Father," co-written with Richard Marx, sold nearly a million copies in its first month of release that June. The album won him four Grammy Awards, half his lifetime total, including song of the year. Vandross died at JFK Medical Center in Edison, New Jersey at 1:47 p.m. ET, surrounded by family, friends and a medical support team, a statement from the hospital said. Alluding to the stroke, "which he never fully recovered from," hospital spokesman Rob Cavanaugh said, "Throughout his illness, Luther received excellent medical care and attention from his medical team. Luther was deeply touched by all the thoughts and wishes from his fans." Vandross' songs and emotionally charged ballads carry a signature sound. During his four-decade career, Vandross sold more than 25 million copies, each one of his 14 albums achieving either platinum or multi-platinum status. Luther Ronzoni Vandross was born into a New York City family steeped in the traditions of gospel and soul. He began his career writing and performing jingles for television commercials. He even appeared on "Sesame Street" in October 1969. It was after a chance meeting with David Bowie at a recording studio in 1975 that Vandross was asked to sing backup on Bowie's hit album, "Young Americans." Later, Vandross served as Bowie's opening act. Vandross also sang backup for Bette Midler and Barbra Streisand. When record companies rejected him, Vandross used his own money to produce his 1981 debut album, "Never Too Much." It went on to top the R&B charts and sold 2 million copies. Other hit singles followed, like "Any Love" and "Here and Now." Vandross struggled with health and image problems, claiming that he lost 100 pounds -- 13 times. He suffered from hypertension and diabetes, which killed two siblings and his father, but refused to slow down until his stroke two years ago.

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