Natalie Cole Died New Year's Eve, Age 65

Jan 01, 2016 at 11:55 am by bryan


Renowned R&B and jazz vocalist Natalie Cole died on Thursday at Cedar Sinai Hospital in Los Angeles. She was 65.

The daughter of the late Nat King Cole died of congestive heart failure related to ongoing health issues, CBS News has confirmed.

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Cole faced many medical problems in recent years. In February 2008, the singer announced she was diagnosed with hepatitis C. A year later she underwent a kidney transplant. This fall she was forced to cancel a batch of tour dates because of medical issues.

Her family released a statement saying, "It is with heavy hearts that we bring to you all the news of our Mother and sister's passing. Natalie fought a fierce, courageous battle, dying how she lived..with dignity, strength and honor. Our beloved Mother and sister will be greatly missed and remain UNFORGETTABLE in our hearts forever."

Cole had a successful music career spanning decades. Born in 1950 to Nat King Cole and his wife Maria Ellington Cole, Cole grew up in Los Angeles and became interested in music at an early age.

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