Remembering <br />Aretha Franklin Aretha Louise Franklin was born on <br />March 25, 1942, and died on August 16, 2018. Here are five facts <br />to celebrate the <br />“Queen of Soul.” 1. She was the first woman inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. 2. Franklin taught <br />herself how to play <br />the piano by ear. 3. She performed for <br />Presidents Jimmy Carter, <br />Bill Clinton and Barack Obama. 4. Franklin's single, "Respect," <br />was a civil rights anthem. 5. NASA named an <br />asteroid after her. Happy Birthday, <br />Aretha Franklin!
