The FBI kept a careful eye on the Queen of Soul and her activism, nothing unusual during the civil rights era when the bureau was monitoring a host of the movement's luminaries.
Bill Clinton memorialized Aretha Franklin as a woman with "breathtaking talent" who kept on charming audiences despite her illness.
The late Aretha Franklin was dressed in a different outfit for her final day of public viewing. She wore a sheer, baby-blue dress with matching shoes Tuesday.
Aretha Franklin's funeral will be limited to family and friends, but there will be public viewings Aug. 28-29 at the Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History and a star-studded tribute on Thursday.
Johanna Colón's recital video to Aretha Franklin's 'Respect' racked up more than 80 million views so she can't help but have a soft spot for the Queen of Soul.
Jennifer Lopez's 10-minute powerhouse performance was among the most memorable moments during Monday night's award show.
