Jackson-born Grammy winner Cassandra Wilson dies at 70
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Key Points:
- Cassandra Wilson, a 70-year-old Grammy Award-winning jazz vocalist and Jackson native, passed away Tuesday morning in Jackson, confirmed by Hinds County Coroner Jeramiah Howard.
- Jackson Mayor John Horhn praised Wilson as an extraordinary native daughter who carried the sound, spirit, and history of Mississippi through her music, which spanned jazz, blues, gospel, and folk traditions.
- Wilson, who attended Jackson State University and Millsaps College, was recognized by TIME magazine as “America’s best singer” and earned multiple Grammy Awards throughout her career.
- Mayor Horhn highlighted Wilson’s legacy of connecting generations through music and her impact in showcasing the richness of Jackson and Mississippi’s musical heritage.
- The City of Jackson extends condolences to Wilson’s family, friends, and fans, honoring her profound influence on the music community locally and globally.
