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RIP Mahalia Jackson; RARE Funeral Service Footage

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Mahlia Jackson’s funeral was held at today (January 31, 1972) at The Arie Crown Theater, where singers like Sammy Davis Jr, Aretha Franklin, Ella Fitzgerald, Lou Rawls and Dick Gregory paid their respects. During the two-hour funeral, Aretha Franklin saying “Precious Lord, Take My Hand” while Lou Rawls crooned “Just a Walk With Thee.” Aretha Franklin’s […]

SUPERSTARS GATHER FOR MAHALIA JACKSON’S FUNERAL

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A variety of superstars gathered to mourn for Mahalia Jackson, whose funeral was held today (January 31, 1972). The legendary gospel singer had checked herself into a hospital on January 19, the due to an intestinal condition. During her legendary 45-year career, Mahalia Jackson recorded a number of legendary gospel songs including “He’s Got the […]