Nick Ashford, Of Ashford And Simpson Dies Of Throat Cancer
August 22, 2011
By Kym Sellers
Nick Ashford, one half of Motown’s legendary group Ashford and Simpson died today of throat cancer according to reports. Ashford, who was 70 years old, penned major hits along with his long time partner and wife Valerie Simpson. The two had been married for 38 years. Originally from South Carolina, Simpson reportedly went through radiation treatments before succumbing to the disease. He died in a New York Hospital. He is survived by his wife and two daughters.