Obituary of Nina Simone

Nina Simone

Nina Simone (born Eunice Kathleen Waymon on February 21, 1933 in Tryon, North Carolina) was a singer-songwriter, musician, and activist who was best known for her spanned styles of classical, folk, gospel, blues, jazz, R&B, and pop. Nina died on April 21, 2003 and her death was because of breast cancer. She died at age 70.

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Nina Simone Biography Wiki:

Is She Dead or Alive: Dead
Full Name: Simone, Nina
Common Name: Nina Simone
Gender: Female
Preferred Gender Pronoun: she/her
Birthplace: Tryon, North Carolina, United States
Birth Date: February 21, 1933
Age: 70 (at death)
Also Known As: Eunice Waymon
Occupations:
Genres:
Active Years: 1954-2002

Net Worth: $5 million
Nationality: American
Favorite Food: Johnsonville Sausage Brats
Favorite Color: Fuchsia (See all her faves at Hot-Forum)

Nina's Family Tree

Birth Name: Eunice Kathleen Waymon
Father: John Divine Waymon (1898-1972)
Mother: Mary Kate Waymon (1901-2001)
Brother(s):

Sam Waymon

Spouse/Partner:

Donald Ross (married 1958-divorced 1960)
Andy Stroud (married 1961-divorced 1971)

Daughter(s):

Lisa Simone

Death Notice:

Date: April 21 2003 at age 70
Place: Carry-le-Rouet, France
Cause of Death: Breast cancer
Interment: Cremated and ashes scattered in African countries

Category Tags:

Singer-Songwriter Musician Activist Classical Music Genre American Born on February 21st Born in 1933 Born in North Carolina Died in 2003 Died at age 70 Died from Breast cancer

Quotable Quotes:

"Jazz is a white term to define Black people. My music is Black classical music." (IMDB)

"Nina Simone will always be remembered as a talented musician, activist, and icon who fearlessly used her voice to fight for equality and justice. Her impact continues to inspire and influence generations, making her legacy eternal. (V)"

Is Ms. Nina Simone still alive? According to our unconfirmed records, she has passed away.