Don Cornelius — who famously created “Soul Train” was found dead in his Sherman Oaks, CA home this morning … and law enforcement sources tell us it appears he committed suicide.
We’re told cops discovered the body at around 4 AM PT. Law enforcement sources tell us … Cornelius died from a gunshot wound to the head and officials believe the wound was self-inflicted.
We’re told Cornelius was taken to the hospital where he was pronounced dead.
“Soul Train” changed the landscape of television when it debuted in 1971 and ran until 2006.
Officials have notified Don’s family.
Cornelius was 75.
During Don’s bitter divorce proceedings in 2009, he told an L.A. judge he was suffering from “significant health issues” and wanted to “finalize this divorce before I die.”
Cornelius was arrested in 2008 for beating up his wife. He pled no contest to misdemeanor domestic violence and was placed on 3 years probation. His probation just terminated.
The divorce was granted in 2010.
Sources close to Don tell us … the TV icon was plagued with health issues for years … including a stroke and a condition that required brain surgery.
Mediajuicejoint - Don Cornelius was an innovator who created an empire of music, a gateway for talented up and coming artists, singers, and dancers. He touched the souls of so many, he let the light shine on an avenue which was underrepresented for the black culture. Don Cornelius is legendary, and he will never be forgotten.
May Don Cornelius Soul Rest In Peace
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R.I.P Don Cornelius you will truly be missed ♥
Rip ts a shame his wife whom he hate is going to get his money damn
I still can’t believe he went out like that it’s such a shame so many of our elderly use this as a last resort when the feel like they’re a burden to their families. Clearly he probably had other issues but to leave like that just make me wonder what other signs did he exhibit.
Great piece of writing, I truly await up-dates from you.