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Queen of Gospel, Albertina Walker, Dies at 81

The “Queen of Gospel,” Albertina Walker, has passed away today at the age of 81.

Walker casts a tremendous shadow over the genre of gospel music. She was given the moniker “Queen of Gospel” by such notables as Rev. Jesse L. Jackson Sr. and Rev. James Cleveland. She is a Grammy winner, multiple Dove award winner and was honored by President George W. Bush in 2002. Find out more about Walker including her days with The Caravans and then have your heart moved by two beautiful performances by “The Queen.”