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Abdullah Ibrahim, the legendary South African jazz pianist and composer, has died at 91. He passed away peacefully in Germany after a short illness, his family confirmed. Known for more than 70 albums and the anti-apartheid anthem Mannenberg, he remained devoted to his homeland until the end.
Princess Bajrakitiyabha Mahidol, eldest daughter of King Maha Vajiralongkorn, has died at age 47 after a three-year coma. She was beloved for her charity work and judicial reforms, especially the Kamlangjai campaign for female prisoners. Her death was announced by the Royal Office on June 13.
Two-time NASCAR Cup Series champion Kyle Busch has died at age 41 after being hospitalized with a serious illness. The racing world mourns as tributes pour in for the record-setting driver.
Jason Collins, the first openly gay male athlete in a major North American professional sports league while still playing, has died at 47 after battling brain cancer. His 2013 coming out in Sports Illustrated marked a historic moment for sports and LGBTQ+ visibility.
Ted Turner, the media titan who changed news forever with the world's first 24-hour cable news channel, has died at 87. CNN confirmed his death Wednesday, with more details expected soon.
