Tag / RIP

by Lexine

Rest In Utmost Peace, Dolly

Portrait of entertainment legend Dolly Parton

“You’ll never do a whole lot unless you’re brave enough to try.” 

No doubt, the sudden passing of entertainment legend Dolly Parton today shocked the entire world. (The wrong 80-year-old was taken away! 😤) But the reactions to her passing have also been universally positive; hers was a death that, while very sad, didn’t have people worrying about speaking ill of the dead, because what ills did she commit to begin with? Parton may not have been the most perfect angel, but she was close to it. And it goes to show you that, no matter how wealthy or A-list you are, if you’ve led a life of positivity and substance and helping others, you will be remembered well when it’s your time to meet your ancestors.

Thank you for the creativity and positivity you’ve given to this world, Dolly. We will always love you. 🪽🕯️🕊️👑❤️

by Lexine

Rest In Power, Tina

One of my favorite portraits of the Queen of Rock & Roll (with all due respect to Janis Joplin and Aretha Franklin) Tina Turner, captured by the late, legendary photographer Herb Ritts. The life she had led. Rest in eternal peace and power to a legend, survivor, inspiration, and icon in the truest sense.

“If you are unhappy with anything…whatever is bringing you down, get rid of it. Because you’ll find that when you’re free, your true creativity, your true self, comes out.” –Turner to Ebony magazine, November 1986

by Lexine

Rest In Power, Barbara

I think this tweet best showcases her legacy:

On a lighter note–and I could really use plenty of lighter notes these days–this bit also can’t be forgotten. Journalism and shade were served, honey!

Farewell to a real trailblazer and a true legend in her game.