Beyonce has paid tribute to the music legend who paved the way for her success.
A representative for Beyonce did not immediately respond to EWs request for confirmation.
Many of you are asking me to confirm the health status of @ArethaFranklin.
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Folks, Ive known for several months, Martin tweeted.
The Queen is surrounded by loved ones.
Thats all I will say for now.
like keep her, the family and her longtime support staff in your prayers.
Between 2016 and 2017, Franklin wasforced to cancel several concertsunder doctors orders.
She subsequentlyannounced her retirementfrom live shows.
