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VIA: CNN.com Teena Marie, a celebrated R&B singer-songwriter, was found dead Sunday at her California home, her manager said. Born Mary Christine Brockert in Santa Monica, California, the 54-year-old artist famously paired with late funk legend Rick James and was nominated four times for a Grammy Award, according to her official website. Marie was found […]

As we near the end of 2010, we pay tribute to individuals who touched our lives and made a difference in the world.  R.I.P. Mariah Carey & Boyz II Men- One Sweet Day

California — As a child, actress Halle Berry was traumatized by domestic violence in her own household. As an adult, the Academy Award winner gives her time and money to help domestic violence victims at the Jenesse Center in Los Angeles, CNN reports. She’s worked with the organization for over a decade. Her current project: […]

New York — The Christmas Blizzard of 2010 howled into New York on Sunday night, crippling road, rail and air transportation on one of the busiest holiday travel days of the year. The National Weather Service said 18 to 20 inches of snow would fall by midday Monday, with 2 feet or more in some […]

We at NewsOne decided to compile a list of Teena Marie’s Top 10 songs of all-time (in our opinion). Feel free to disagree and add your favorite songs. We just want this post to celebrate her music; so press play and jam out to our music legend. Rest in peace. Top 10 Teena Marie Songs […]

Tonight the news broke of the death of  singing sensation Teena Marie. Unfortunately, her daughter was the one to discover her unresponsive.

R&B legend Teena Marie has died, Washington Watch host Roland Martin has confirmed. Reports of her untimely death spread online after a tweet from Ronald Isley. The soul crooner wrote: “Just found out a friend, Teena Marie passed away. I really didn’t expect to hear this. RIP. We will miss you much!” FOR THE LATEST […]

R&B singer Teena Marie has passed away at the age of 54. TMZ.com is reporting that the Grammy nominated singer once known as Rick James’ protégée — died in her sleep last night at the age of 54. Marie, nicknamed Lady Tee,  was one of the few successful white performers of R&B. She played guitar, […]

It is with great sadness that we confirm the passing of R&B singer, songwriter, producer and musician Teena Marie. The California native was born on March 5, 1956 and named Mary Christine Brockert, but she was affectionately called Lady T by many of her fans. While Motown was a record label that became legendary for […]

LOS ANGELES — Teena Marie, the “Ivory Queen of Soul” who developed a lasting legacy with her silky soul pipes and with hits like “Lovergirl,” ”Square Biz,” and “Fire and Desire” with mentor Rick James, has died. She was 54. The confirmation came from a publicist, Jasmine Vega, who worked with Teena Marie on her […]

The Winter is making a big statement all across the U.S. this holiday season.  Heavy winds, cold flurries and a lot of snow have ushered  into many cities and made a grand entrance.  Bundling up and keeping warm is the best way to survive this season.  Who likes to be cold anyway?