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In Memoriam : Singer Nick Ashford dies at 70

Nick Ashford, one-half of the legendary Motown songwriting duo Ashford & Simpson, has died at age 70.
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Nick Ashford, one-half of the legendary Motown songwriting and singing duo Ashford & Simpson, has died.

He was 70.

Music legend passes away

His wife Valerie Simpson confirmed that Nick Ashford died Monday in a New York City hospital. He had been reportedly suffering from throat cancer and had undergone radiation treatment.

Ashford & Simpson

Among the songs Ashford & Simpson penned are “Ain’t No Mountain High Enough,” “You’re All I Need To Get By” and “Reach Out And Touch Somebody’s Hand.”

He is survived by his wife and two daughters.

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