Centennial High Alumni Network

Apaches For Life!!

Vesta Williams Dead: 'Congratulations' Singer Was 53 (Although Some Reports Say She Was 48-53 Years of Age)

By Carina Adly MacKenzie

September 23, 2011 8:31 PM ET














Vesta Williams, singer of 1980s hits "Congratulations", "Special" and "Sweet, Sweet Love" has passed away, E! reports. The Los Angeles Police Department has no comment regarding the news that she passed away at age 53 in an LA hotel room.


Her cause of death is unknown at the moment.


Famous friends have taken to Twitter to express their grief over her loss. "R.I.P. Ms. Vesta Williams. What a tremendous talent + great soul! Cuz as long as I can breathe, you'll always be the one for me," tweeted Kimora Lee Simmons, quoting Vesta's song.


"I am so deeply saddened at the passing of my diva friend Vesta Williams. RIP Vesta," wrote Sheryl Lee Ralph.


R&B star Shanice also ‘Tweeted’ her reaction to the news, writing, “My friend Vesta died… I can’t believe this… RIP.”


Before Jennifer Hudson became the cover girl for weight lost, Williams accomplished the same feat years back, shedding 100 lbs and going from a size 26 to a 6. According to the Huffington Post, she was an advocate for childhood obesity and juvenile diabetes before her untimely passing.


Vesta released seven albums throughout her career and her last record, Distant Lover, hit shelves in 2007.


Williams' last tweet was on Monday, when she told a fan, "Loving you back Stephanie, now and always."


R.I.P. Vesta Williams!

Views: 756

Replies to This Discussion

What a great singer. I'm so sorry to hear of Vesta's passing. R.I.P.

-Ed

The music industry has lost an incredible singer. My prayers go out to the Williams family. May Vesta RIP!

Love Tiffany J.

 


R.I.P. Vesta Williams!!

RSS

Join The Centennial High Alumni Network Group On Facebook:

 

Centennial High Alumni Network on Twitter

Centennial High Alumni Network Disclaimer

Centennial High Alumni Network is in no way affiliated with, licensed by, or owned by Centennial High School (Compton, CA) or Compton City Schools. Centennial High Alumni Network is privately operated and does not make any representations, warrants or promises on behalf of Centennial High School (Compton, CA) or Compton City Schools for any services or materials, nor is Centennial High Alumni Network an agent working for or on behalf of Centennial High School (Compton, CA) or Compton City Schools. Centennial High Alumni Network is a social networking website for former students of Centennial High School, Compton, CA and as such is not affiliated with any current Centennial High School (Compton, CA) students, teachers, staff or other employees thereof. For specific questions about Centennial High School please visit www.cehs-compton-ca.schoolloop.com
Thanks and enjoy OUR new home.

Apache Alumni Events

Apache Alumni Videos

  • Add Apache Alumni Videos
  • View All

Apache Alumni Badge

Loading…

© 2024   Created by Wayne Ware c/o '75 (WebMaster).   Powered by

Apache Alumni Badges  |  Report an Issue  |  Terms of Service