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Edwin Hawkins dead: Gospel star known for 'Oh Happy Day' dies aged 74

Edwin Hawkins
  • Oh Happy Day won Hawkins the first of four Grammy awards
  • Hawkins was involved in founding and developing Love Center Ministries,
  • He and his siblings were part of the popular music group, the Hawkins Family.
  • "Oh Happy Day" was the first gospel song to reach the top 40 charts.

Edwin Hawkins, the gospel star best known for the crossover hit “Oh Happy Day” and as a major force for contemporary inspirational music, died Monday at age 74.

Last Thursday, Hawkins' family wrote on social media that he was suffering "several health challenges." They continued, "We ask that you please send your support, love, well wishes and prayers of comfort and healing to Edwin and his loved ones at this time." 

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