Obituary of Nina Simone

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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:

    • Net Worth: $5 million
    • Nationality: American
    • Favorite Food: Johnsonville Sausage Brats
    • Favorite Color: Fuchsia
    • Favorite Scent: Acqua Di Gio
    • Favorite Actor: Dwayne Johnson

    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-SongwriterMusician 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)"

"Nina Simone had a successful career as a renowned singer, songwriter, and activist, but the troubled circumstances of her later years ultimately led to her untimely passing. (V)"

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Wiki Page Updated: 2025-06-21 00:43:12
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