Roberta Flack, the legendary R&B singer known for timeless hits like The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face and Killing Me Softly with His Song, has passed away at the age of 88. A statement from her representatives confirmed that she died peacefully on February 24, 2025, surrounded by family. Flack, a proud member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., was not only a groundbreaking artist but also an educator who dedicated her life to music and learning. Born on February 10, 1937, she was a classically trained pianist who earned a full music scholarship to Howard University at just 15 years old, making her one of the youngest students in the university’s history. Her musical contributions shaped the landscape of R&B, particularly influencing the quiet storm subgenre. She was the first artist to win the Grammy Award for Record of the Year in two consecutive years. Flack’s career was marked by elegance, innovation, and an ability to connect deeply with audiences. Despite announcing in 202...