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Events on Thursday 27 January 1972 1
1911 – 1972Mahalia Jackson (1911-1972)Died 27 January 1972, aged 60Jackson was widely regarded as the greatest gospel singer of her era, known for her powerful voice and performances at civil rights events including the 1963 March on Washington. She recorded extensively and helped bring gospel music to mainstream audiences. She died of heart failure in Chicago.