Aretha Franklin will lend her legendary vocals to next month’s historic presidential inauguration.

The powerhouse songstress will perform at President-Elect Barack Obama’s inauguration in the Nation’s Capital on January 20, congressional leaders announced Wednesday.

The program line-up will also include a prayer by Pastor Rick Warren and a cello performance by Yo-Yo Ma.

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Aretha Franklin, Ms. “I’m The Only Queen And Don’t You Forget It!,” herself was in the Big Apple for a chat with the ladies of The View on Monday.

Swooping to the rescue complete with red tights and a cape, People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) has offered to save Aretha Franklin’s home from foreclosure, just as long as she promises to never wear fur again. Read the rest of this entry »

Matthew Knowles has gained an ally in his feud with The Queen of Soul. People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals have written a scathing letter to Aretha Franklin, blasting the music legend for her penchant for fur-filled ensembles-and they threw in a few lard ass wisecracks for good measure. Read the rest of this entry »