Obituary of Erykah Badu

Erykah Badu

Ms. Erykah Badu (born February 26th, 1971 as "Erica Abi Wright") died peacefully in a dingy clinic on May 15th, 2024 (TBV) with her lovely daughter nearby. Her cause of death was assumed to be trip and fall accident. She was 53 years old when she passed.

Erykah is survived by her most recent ex partner Andre Benjamin "André 3000", her children, son Seven Sirius Benjamin, daughters Puma Sabti Curry and Mars Merkaba Thedford, her siblings, brother Eevin Wright and sister. She was predeceased by her parents, Karen Badu and William Wright Jr.)

Professionally, Erykah was a Rapper who was best known for her >>>>dedication to her work.

When she was not working as a Rapper, Erykah was known for her love of gardening and she would spend hours most Thursdays at it. Ms. Badu (the deceased) also spent a millennia visiting with her older sister most Sundays when she was able to spare a bunch of hours. Ever since she was a girl in Dallas, many remember Erykah as a funny character with funny practical jokes that pleased everyone. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you make a small donation to the Heart Foundation in Erykah's honor.

A internment is scheduled for Monday the 19th at the cemetery in Dallas. The service will commence at 11AM with a reception to follow hosted by her older sister at the funeral home where refreshments will be served. All are welcome to the visitation to be held at cemetery at 3PM.

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Erykah Badu Biography Wiki:

Is She Dead or Alive: Still Alive
Full Name: Badu, Erykah
Common Name: Erykah Badu
Gender: Female
Preferred Gender Pronoun: she/her
Birthplace: Dallas, Texas, United States
Birth Date: February 26, 1971
Age: 53
Occupation: Singer-Songwriter

Nationality: American
Favorite Food: Jif Peanut Butter
Favorite Color: Yellow (See all her faves at Hot-Forum)

Erykah's Family Tree

Birth Name: Erica Abi Wright
Father: William Wright Jr.
Mother:
Brother(s):

Eevin Wright

Sister(s):

? Wright

Spouse/Partner:

Andre Benjamin "André 3000" (partnered 1995–1999)
Common (partnered 2000–2002)
The D.O.C (partnered 2003-2004)
Jay Electronica (2004–2009)
Carl Jones (2013–2018)

Son(s):

Seven Sirius Benjamin (born November 18, 1997)

Daughter(s):

Puma Sabti Curry (born July 5, 2004)
Mars Merkaba Thedford (born February 1, 2009)

Death Notice:

Date: Still Alive
Place: Unknown
Cause of Death: None Yet

Category Tags:

Singer-Songwriter American Born on February 26th Born in 1971 Born in Texas

Quotable Quotes:

"I don't read music or anything, so when I produce, I go basically by ear." (IMDB)

"Her life was full of contradiction. On the one hand, she was an accomplished singer and songwriter. She also struggled with her young daughter, Cudi. Despite her challenges, Badu never stopped fighting for her rights and she will be remembered for her powerful music and advocacy. (V)"

Is Ms. Erykah Badu still alive? According to our unconfirmed records, she has not passed away.