So, she died today, at age 70.
I saw her in concert at the Paramount Theater a couple of years ago with my friend Leila. She was obviously not in good health, even then; an aide had to help her walk to her piano. She gave a vigorous, if somewhat short, performance, though. I remember she made some very pointed remarks about George W. and how we needed to do something about him... Anyway, I am now doubly glad I got to see her.
Ah, just looked up the date of the concert — it was July 11, 2001.
--> Obituary from the NY Times: www.nytimes.com/aponline/ obituaries/AP-Obit-Nina-Simone.html
