What did Roberta Flack die of? Killing Me Softly With His Song singer at 88 years old

American singer Roberta Flack , known for her hit Killing Me Softly With His Song , died on February 24 at the age of 88 ; here's what we know.

The news was confirmed by the news outlet Fox News Digital, where it was mentioned that the singer died peacefully surrounded by her family.

In 2022 , Roberta Flack was diagnosed with ALS ( Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis ) , commonly known as Lou Gehrig's disease.

After this diagnosis, Roberta Flack had difficulty singing again.

Roberta Flack died on Monday at the age of 88, her manager , Elaine Schock , announced.

Although there is still no official information on the cause of Roberta Flack's death , the singer had a history of her illness.

Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis ( ALS ) is a progressive disease that affects nerve cells , causing paralysis and eventually death.

In some cases, the average life expectancy after ALS symptoms develop is 2 to 5 years .

However, Roberta Flack's relatives have remained tight-lipped about providing further information on the matter.

In a statement on social media, Roberta Flack's manager, Elaine Schock, confirmed that the singer died peacefully and with her family at her side.

“We are heartbroken by the passing of the glorious Roberta Flack this morning. She died peacefully surrounded by her family. She broke barriers and records. She was also a proud educator.”

ELAINE SCHOCK

Born on February 10, 1937, Roberta Flack died on February 24 at the age of 88 .

Her recording career began after she was discovered singing in a jazz club by musician Les McCann.

Roberta Flack was a Grammy Award winner for two consecutive years , with her biggest hit Killing Me Softly With His Song and her song First Time Ever I Saw Your Face .

Killing Me Softly With His Song placed her at the top of the Billboard charts , reaching the top of this list in 1972.

Roberta Flack produced 20 studio albums , where she worked with artists such as Donny Hathaway and Miles Davis .

These are some of Roberta Flack's greatest hits :

• Feel Like Makin' Love
• Where Is the Love
• The Closer I Get to You
• Tonight, I Celebrate My Love
• Set the Night to Music