African-American artist Ernie Barnes has passed away
Ernie Barnes, an African American figurative painter and former lineman for the San Diego Chargers and Denver Broncos, has died. He was 70.
Barnes died Monday at a hospital of complications from a rare blood disorder, his longtime assistant and friend Luz Rodriguez said. She would not elaborate on the disorder.
His famous "Sugar Shack" dance scene appeared on the cover of Marvin Gaye's "I Want You" in 1976 and the closing credits of the "Good Times" television show.
I was going to do a profile on him as I often do here, but due to copyright infringement concerns they asked that I don't do a profile so I will not. However, this artist is too important to ignore so I thought I'd at least mention is passing.
Rest in peace Mr. Barnes.