Celebrity Deaths 2016

In Memoriam: Celebrities We Lost In 2016 - Page 2

4. Edgar “Dooky” Chase Jr., 88

Chase, a well-loved New Orleans restaurateur, died on November 22. His restaurant was a popular staple in the Treme neighborhood––frequented by political figures from Martin Luther King Jr. to President Barack Obama.

8. David Mancuso, 72

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The legendary New York City DJ was credited with creating underground venue the Loft, which gave a safe space to the LGBTQ community. His death was announced on November 14, but the cause of death is unknown.

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