R&B legend dead at 79. Here’s what we know

Life & CulturePublished: Aug. 18, 2026, 6:00 a.m.Ruby Andrews has died. CanvaBy Brian Linder | blinder@pennlive.comR&B legend Ruby Andrews has died.She was 79.Parade Magazine reported that Andrews, who was born Ruby Mae Stackhouse, died at home in Chicago.A post on her Facebook page on Aug. 13 shared the news.“Today my heart is broken as I share the heartbreaking news that my beloved Auntie Ruby Andrews, the great blues and soul singer, has passed away. Auntie Ruby was truly one of a kind. Her powerful voice, soulful spirit, and incredible talent touched generations of music lovers.”Andrews was best known for her 1967 hit “Casanova (Your Playing Days Are Over).” Parade Magazine noted that song “crossed over from R&B onto the pop charts, sending her on tour and onto the Apollo Theater Stage