Jean Knight, a soul singer whose hits included the feisty "Mr. Big Stuff" and the funky "Do Me," has died. She was 80.
The announcement continued: "Knight's legacy is not just a musical one; it is a testament to the enduring love between an artist, her hometown, and the fans who adored her. As we bid farewell to this iconic soulstress, New Orleans and her global fan base join together in gratitude for the indelible mark she left on the world."
"She's a New Orleans girl through and through. ... Her music's going to live on and on," Cyrus, who met Knight in 1987, told The Times by phone Monday.
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