All the Celebrities Who Died in 2022
Betty Davis, Traci Braxton, and Bob Saget Are Among the Stars Who've Died in 2022
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The funk pioneer died after a battle with cancer on Feb. 9. She was 77. "It is with great sadness that I share the news of the passing of Betty Davis, a multi-talented music influencer and pioneer rock star, singer, songwriter, and fashion icon," Davis's longtime friend Connie Portis said in a statement. "Most of all, Betty was a friend, aunt, niece, and beloved member of her community of Homestead, Pennsylvania, and of the worldwide community of friends and fans. At a time to be announced, we will pay tribute to her beautiful, bold, and brash persona. Today we cherish her memory as the sweet, thoughtful, and reflective person she was.… There is no other."