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BET Pioneer Angela Stribling Dies at 58
27 Sep
Summary
- Angela Stribling, a BET pioneer and radio host, passed away.
- She was 58 years old at the time of her death.
- Her death was announced by journalist Ed Gordon on September 27.
Angela Stribling, a trailblazing figure in Black Entertainment Television (BET) and a respected radio host, has passed away at the age of 58. The news of her death was shared on September 27 by journalist Ed Gordon, a long-time colleague and friend.
Gordon expressed his sadness in a social media post, recalling their shared experiences at BET and their enduring friendship. He mentioned that Stribling had recently planned to spend more time in Washington D.C. after living out west for several years.
Stribling achieved prominence through her work on BET and local television stations before hosting her own radio show, "Pillow Talk with Angela." Her career also included hosting numerous national awareness campaigns and lending her voice to various advertisements for major brands.
Throughout her career, Stribling interviewed a wide array of prominent individuals, including former President Bill Clinton, music icons Stevie Wonder and Quincy Jones, and actors like Janet Jackson and Sterling K. Brown. Her influential presence extended to radio, where her "sultry voice" was a recognized sound in the D.C. area and on Sirius.
Further details regarding the exact date and cause of Angela Stribling's death have not yet been released to the public.
