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Don Cornelius, television personality and the creator of “Soul Train” was found dead in his home in Sherman Oaks, California Wednesday morning, according to a report from the Los Angeles Times. He was 75. According to the Times, law enforcement sources arrived at the home of Cornelius, shortly after 4 a.m. Sources told the Times that Cornelius died of a gunshot wound to the head, which appeared to be self-inflicted. There were no signs of foul play. Check out some of Cornelius' top moments in his two-decade gig as the host of 'Soul Train' (REUTERS)![DonC2]()
Don Cornelius is seen during an introduction to 'Soul Train' in the 1980s. Cornelius was found dead Wednesday. (YouTube)![Don C1]()
1997: Don Cornelius with his star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. (AP)![Jacksons ST]()
The Jackson 5 perform on 'Soul Train' after being introduced by the late Don Cornelius. 'Soul Train' helped build the careers of the Jacksons, as well as countless other African American music acts. (YouTube)![Smokey Don]()
Marvin Gaye (far left) and Don Cornelius (center) play basketball on 'Soul Train,' with Smokey Robinson as the referee. Click here to watch video of the game. (YouTube)![Don C]()
FILE: Don Cornelius, creator and executive producer of the television dance show "Soul Train," arrives for "VH1 Diva Duets: A Benefit Concert for the VH1 Save the Music Foundation" at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada, May 22, 2003. Cornelius was found dead Wednesday. (REUTERS)Don Cornelius and the 'Soul Train' years
Cornelius was the host of 'Soul Train' from 1971 until 1993.
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