Sonny Rollins, Peabo Bryson, James Burrows, and Gene Shalit Die

Four more losses to reflect on here early summer of 2026.

These guys were a jazz tenor saxophonist who was very influential; singer and songwriter known for songs like “Beauty and the Beast” with Celine Dion; a television director known for shows like Taxi, Frasier, Friends, and Cheers; and a journalist, television personality, film and book critic, and author known for his comedic approach.

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Bob Horner, Dennis Locorriere, Kelly Curtis, and Peabo Bryson Die

Four more losses to reflect on here in 2026…

These individuals were a professional baseball player, playing third base for the Atlanta Braves; a founding member, guitarist, and primary lead vocalist of Dr. Hook; a Movie and TV actress, older sister of Jamie Lee Curtis; and a pop singer, songwriter, record producer, and dancer.

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Roberta Flack Dies

She was a leading figure in soul and R&B music.

Roberta Cleopatra Flack, born on February 10, 1937, in Black Mountain, North Carolina, was a prodigious talent who began playing the piano at the age of nine. Raised in Arlington, Virginia, she received a full music scholarship to Howard University at just 15 years old, where she honed her skills in classical piano before transitioning to vocal performance.

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