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Mobo Awards Founder Kanya King Dies at 57

Updated 2026-06-05 10:30 UTC 1 source Neutral

Kanya King, the founder of the Mobo Awards, which champions black music, passed away at age 57. Her legacy includes overcoming skepticism and launching a significant cultural event that has influenced the industry for three decades.

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King overcame doubters and mortgaged her house to launch the influential ceremony 30 years ago.
2026-06-05 09:45 UTC
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