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SAD NEWS: 20 minutes ago, in Dallas, Texas…The grieving family confirmed that singer Usher had…- vv

Social media erupted in shock earlier today after a viral post claimed that R&B icon Usher Raymond had passed away while in Texas. The unverified headline, which began circulating on Facebook and X (formerly Twitter) around noon, stated that his “grieving family confirmed” the tragic news — sparking an outpouring of tributes and confusion across the internet.
However, sources close to the singer quickly moved to dispel the rumor. “Usher is alive and well. He is currently resting at home with family and has not been in Texas this week,” a representative from RCA Records told Billboard in a brief statement.
The rumor reportedly began on a little-known blog site known for celebrity hoaxes. Within an hour, hashtags like #RIPUsher and #UsherDead trended globally, prompting concern among fans and fellow artists. “Please let this not be true,” tweeted one user, while another wrote, “My heart dropped — Usher is a legend.”
This isn’t the first time the singer has been the target of such hoaxes. In 2014 and again in 2020, similar false death rumors made rounds online before being debunked.
As of this writing, Usher has not personally commented on the incident, but fans can rest assured: reports of his death have been greatly exaggerated.