She was the glamorous, sexy, envelope-pushing Queen of Disco, an artist whose hits — including "Last Dance," "Love to Love You Baby," "MacArthur Park," and "Bad Girls" — became anthems for a generation and staples of the dance floor. Here, in the wake of her May 17 passing from cancer at age 63, ESSENCE.com remembers the legendary Donna Summer, and invites you to share your own favorite memories.
Donna Summer, the Queen of Disco, Dies at 63
The legendary disco singer has died after a battle with cancer.
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Donna Summer: Life in Pictures
A look back at Summer's legendary career and a celebration all of her many achievements.
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Celebrities React to Donna Summer's Passing
Stars take to Twitter to express their sadness for Summer's unfortunate death.
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Fashion Flashback: Donna Summer
The disco diva has passed but her glamorous style will live on forever.
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Aretha Franklin and Chaka Khan Remember Donna Summer
The two divas pay their last respects to the Queen of Disco.
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