Remembering
Aretha Franklin Aretha Louise Franklin was born on
March 25, 1942, and died on August 16, 2018. Here are five facts
to celebrate the
“Queen of Soul.” 1. She was the first woman inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. 2. Franklin taught
herself how to play
the piano by ear. 3. She performed for
Presidents Jimmy Carter,
Bill Clinton and Barack Obama. 4. Franklin's single, "Respect,"
was a civil rights anthem. 5. NASA named an
asteroid after her. Happy Birthday,
Aretha Franklin!