Etta James, known for her captivating and inspiring vocals, died today at age 73 in Riverside, California. The singer passed away at Riverside Community Hospital and sources report that the cause was complications of leukemia, which she had been battling for some time.

It would not do justice to say that Etta James was simply a music legend. Known best for her famed hit, “At Last,” Miss James achieved six Grammys and forever holds a place in the Grammy Hall of Fame, Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and Blues Hall of Fame.

Etta James, the legendary woman behind the amazing voice in “At Last,” passed away early Friday morning (Jan. 20) at age 73.

Powerhouse singer, Etta James, singer of the classic and timeless song, “At Last,” has been declared terminally ill by doctors.