Cornell Gunter, age 53
Lost to gun violence on February 26, 1990 in Las Vegas, Nevada.
an American rhythm and blues singer, most active in the 1950s and 1960s. He was born in Coffeyville, Kansas, and died in Las Vegas, Nevada, after being shot in his automobile. He was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1987 as a member of The Coasters.
Photo sources:
- GAY BLACK HISTORY: Music Legend Cornell Gunter (1936-1990) – RONALD MATTERS
- Peoplemag: 14 Music Greats Who Died Mysterious Deaths
- Alchetron.com: The Coasters - Alchetron, The Free Social Encyclopedia
- Contributed photo
News sources:
- Cornell Gunter - Wikipedia
- YouTube: The Coasters - Reunion at 'Atlantic at 40', 1988
- Los Angeles Times: Cornelius Gunter, Coasters Tenor, Slain in Las Vegas
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