R.I.P. Isaac Hayes….

August 10th, 2008


R.I.P. Isaac Hayes 1942-2008!

According to Sheriff officials in Memphis Tennesee, R&B Soul legend, Isaac Hayes has passed away at the age of 65. Hayes, who’s best known for his work on the epic movie soundtrack, Shaft, was found unconscious next to a still running treadmill in his Memphis, Tennessee home.

Steve Shular, a spokesman for the Shelby County Sheriff’s Department, said in a statement that there was no indication of foul play when Hayes was discovered. After the singer was transported to a local hospital, attempts to revive Hayes failed and the singer was pronounced dead around 2pm.

Please give your condolences to the Hayes family in the comments section below and check back with BET.com for an extensive review on the historic career of Isaac Hayes.

Sincerely

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Comments

breezy said on August 10th, 2008

My condolences to the family,stay close too god in your time of loss.

VAallday said on August 10th, 2008

First Bernie Mac, now Issac Hayes? RIP Black Moses. Every rapper in the game sampled from him.

Erick said on August 11th, 2008

May GOD be with the family and our prayers are with you.

Lisa Marie said on August 11th, 2008

he sure will be missed, RIP

MeL said on August 11th, 2008

my prayers n condolences to Issac Hayes family..R.I.P….

LINDA said on August 11th, 2008

HEAVEN COULDNT WAIT ANY LONGER FOR THESE 2 TALENTED MEN, YOU’LL BE DEEPLY MISSED. MY CONDOLENCES TO THE FAMILY OF BOTH OF THESE GREAT MEN.

Paula said on August 11th, 2008

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Two great people gone . Let GOD keep you strong.

TAMMY B said on August 11th, 2008

RIP ISAAC HAYES N BERNIE MAC OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH THE FAMILIES

Toni G said on August 11th, 2008

Wow, So Sorry to hear the lose of Issac.
I send my condolences to his family and friends.

REST IN PEACE TO ISSAC AND BERNIE MAC!

Best,
Toni

Chycutie said on August 11th, 2008

So sad for both Issac Hayes and Bernie Mac families. R.I.P to both and God bless their families.

Gregory Rouzier said on August 11th, 2008

I am sorry for your loss. I enjoyed listening to his music growing up, and I still do.

gerald said on August 11th, 2008

God rest your soul and may his peace comfort the family,

JASEN said on August 11th, 2008

RIP BROTHER YOU WILL BE MISSED

L.K. said on August 11th, 2008

my condolences to his family ,and his family are in my prayer. God in still in control
Grace and Peace

vireena said on August 11th, 2008

wow bernie mac now issac hayes whats going man wat a sad weekend but R.I.P TO ALL WE LOST U R IN A BETTER PLACE :)

suebee said on August 11th, 2008

To the family of Isaac Hayes: May God be a comfort to you all at this time and always. Isaac will now and forever more be a legend…

BK SisG said on August 11th, 2008

OMG! I am still mourning over the loss of Bernie Mac & now Isaac Hayes… It has been a rough couple of days for our black community… or the whole community that enjoyed those two Super Star talents.

God rest your soul & thank you for sharing yours with us Mr. Hayes.
Love and condolences to the family.

shadesmagazine said on August 11th, 2008

Let’s hope when that day comes for us, “We’ll be ready to meet the Lord.” I pray that Bernie & Isaac were ready. These two giants in the industry will be missed by all of us who loved them and we will never forget the joy they brought to our hearts.

Sharima Moffett said on August 11th, 2008

My prayers go out to the Hayes Family. Remember GOD never fails.

Davida said on August 11th, 2008

R.I.P. Isaac I would like send my condolences out to the family I will keep you in my prayers you will be missed and I love you.

DIANA L. NEWMAN said on August 11th, 2008

I AM OF THE OLD SKOOL GENERATION, WE HAVE LOST ANOTHER MALE ANGEL, R.I.P ISAAC HAYES & BERNIE MAC.WE WILL NEVER FORGET ALL THAT YOU BOTH HAVE BROUGHT TO THE WORLD OF ENTERTAINMENT.

Patricia Shepard said on August 11th, 2008

Stay close to God and know that the family is in my prayers. I have always enjoyed his music. God will take care of you!!!

andre dorsey said on August 11th, 2008

let god be with you and the famliy of lsacc hays god bless you all for the lost.

vireena said on August 11th, 2008

wow bernie mac now Issac hayes wat a sad weekend R.I.P to all we lost u r in a better place :)

Rachel said on August 11th, 2008

Kepp being strong because there is three stage in our life and God is the only one to decide when the last stage has to come to get us. My condolences to the family and close friends and may God be with you.

kayrich said on August 11th, 2008

my heartfelt condolences to the hayes family,
i grew up to hot butter soul my first big crush was ISSAC HAYES
when i saw him in concert in NEW ORLEANS I HAD A FRONT ROW SEAT
AS i screamed him name he said i’m singing this just for you baby that
was something i will always remember.so REST IN PEACE MY BLACK MOSES YOU WILL ALWAYS BE REMEMBERD BY MANY AND ESPECIALLY
HOLD A SPECIAL PLACE IN MY HEART…..
YOUR NO# 1 FAN

Usman said on August 11th, 2008

We have lost Bernie Mac and now Issac Hayes, Rest in peace, we love you guys.

Sarita S said on August 11th, 2008

Isaac Hayes was a true legend. My husband and I both send our hurt felt condolences to his entire family. There must be a concert in heaven.

lailah said on August 11th, 2008

ma heart goes out to his fam man God bless

Butlers said on August 11th, 2008

A Talented and Gifted Person will be missed for the Wonder and Beauty that he brought to many through his Art (Music and Television). May God Continue to Bless and Keep the Family of Legend Issac Hayes. May He and Bernie Mac add Music and Humor to Heaven Above.

marlena hardy said on August 11th, 2008

RIP ISSAC HAYES YOU WILL BE MISSED MY PRAYERS ARE WITH THE FAMILY

ebonysoylsearcher said on August 11th, 2008

my sons r 11 and 18 a few weeks ago we were watching a show on vh1 with issac and jessie jackeson in watts. it was a concert he did a long time ago. my sons watch south park and i told my son who issac was on the show. we watched a little of the concert my youngest son was asking me lots of questions about the concert. we have also seen issac on several shows hosting.

i always make a point to tell my kids about important figures in black history. i am sure he has found out that issac has moved on to be with god.i am glad that he got a chance to see the influence that postive black americans play in american society

issac wil truly be missed in his physical presence but he will live on in his many contributions to african american history.

rest peacfully that issac has ascended on into the Lords hands.

in the name of jesus may your family be consoled and continue to carry on his works

Sincerly ,

The Peterson Family

Virginia said on August 11th, 2008

Condolences to the family of Isaac Hayes. R.I.P Black Moses.

LoRoTo said on August 11th, 2008

God is n control He will not put more on us than we can bare. Man, I am gonna miss him. He was a bad muther..

Anita said on August 11th, 2008

RIP my dear friend. Heaven will be rocking with music and laughter with you and Bernie Mac gone. God Bless to the family. My heart is with you. You will be missed.

Gina Wilkins said on August 11th, 2008

My prayers and condolences to the family of Isaac Hayes. These are two great people we have lost Bernie Mac yesterday and Isaac Hayes today may God be you Bless the families of both

LIONEL JOHNSON said on August 11th, 2008

I OFFER MY PRAYER TO THE I. HAYES FAMILY . GOD ONLY KNOW BEST !!!!!!!!!

sherry claybrooks said on August 11th, 2008

he will be miss i love his songs he wrote and his movies

johnnatta garmon said on August 11th, 2008

DEAR GOD ! YOU HAVE A JOB FOR BERNIE AND ISAAC IN A BETTER PLACE. I KNOW THAT TIME IS PRECISE AND THERES KNOW TIME TO WASTE. BLESS THERE SPIRT FOR THERE JOB IS NOT DONE, ITS JUST BEGINING. BLESS THE FAMILIES AND FRIEND AND FANS

misie said on August 11th, 2008

Rip will be miss

Marjorie G. said on August 11th, 2008

Gone but wil never be forgotten, your legend will live on in our lives forever.
R.I.P.
The Family Have My Deepest Sympathy.

fahtina said on August 11th, 2008

Wow this is certainly shocking , our looked up to icons passing away this weekend. I pray for the families of these that are so well known and admired as the families are in greater pain im sure. God bless you all. Dont hold your heads so low or be sad, they are in preparation to meet the most high. Thank you so much (Bernie & Isaac) for letting God use you and bringing remarkable talents into many homes and into many hearts paving the way for others who desire to do what you have done.
You will be greatly missed and I can only pray that when Im dead and gone many will say that same thing of me.
RIP MY KINGS

Everkell said on August 11th, 2008

May God bless and keep you and give you peace in this time of your loss.

Dee said on August 11th, 2008

Heaven is gonna have a glorious day. Bernie Mac and Issac Hayes. Oh, the joy that the angels will have. Peace and Blessings.

Angle said on August 11th, 2008

This is so sad another great man. May GOD bless this family our prayers are with you.

June Simpson said on August 11th, 2008

My thoughts and prayyers go out to the family of Issac Hayes and Bernie Mack. You both will be deeply missed!

marla humphrey said on August 11th, 2008

I was so upset to hear that bernie mac passed away! and know issac hayes. my prayers are with the familes. God bless these strong black men who will be deeply missed in our society!

Sandra said on August 11th, 2008

Hot Buttered Soul

Issac Hayes was a baddddddddddddd MMMMMMMM MFFFFFFF FFer

Imma shut my mouth

My sympathy goes out to his family.

Pamela said on August 11th, 2008

R.I.P both Issac Hayes and Bernie Mac.

My condolences to both families.

Ulaine said on August 11th, 2008

My deepest sympathy goes out to both Bernie Mac and Mr. Hayes’ families. May God bless you and give you strength during your time of bereavement.

tara said on August 11th, 2008

My entire family sends our prayers and deepest condolescences

jane said on August 11th, 2008

I’m so glad we still have his music. What a musical giant/genious. I’ll feel his absence. My condolences to the family.

Shirley McNeil said on August 11th, 2008

Isaac Hayes was a person whom I greatly admired. I loved his music and just seeing him as a person. I never knew anything bad about him and I pray that his family has the LORD in their hearts. Times like this is when we all need to be able to know who the Lord is and know how to pray.
May God keep you and hold on to each other. God Bless

shania said on August 11th, 2008

ANOTHER GREAT MAN GONE R.I.P ISACC HAYES.GOD BLESS THE FRIENDS AND FAMILY OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU

nieshia t said on August 11th, 2008

i give my whole heart and soul of condolences to the hayes family
and the mac family r i p uncle bernie

Aisha said on August 11th, 2008

It has been a terrible weekend but it is good to know that you are no longer suffering and u are in a better place. You are up there with Bernie Mac yall have lived a good life and God has called you home I will see you when i get there. My condolences to the family you have lost a good person

smiley said on August 11th, 2008

I like to personally extend my sincere condolences to the family and friends for the truly loss and well missed person that had the gift to sing, love and touch the lives and hearts of so many through the years he lived. Issac will be truly missed.

geraldine said on August 11th, 2008

you are very lucky to have had isaac as a family memder, i grew up listening to him, i am hurt, god bless all of you{ the family } it has got to be painful, we love you all,be strong an have faith in the lord

DeShawn said on August 11th, 2008

I am in total shock…..first Bernie Mac and now Isaac Hayes! We have lost 2 talented people. May God be with the families at this very difficult time. You are in my prayers.

Joan said on August 11th, 2008

A great legend has left us and with that he has left an even greater impression in my heart he will be missed R.I.P Mr. Hayes. To his family you are in my thoughts and prayers.

MRS T said on August 11th, 2008

PRAYERS TO BOTH FAMILIES, YOU BOTH WILL BE MISSED. HEAVEN HAS TWO WONDERFUL PEOPLE.

Thomas Turner of Nyc said on August 11th, 2008

R.I.P Thanks for all the memories, movies, and music, thanks for sharing your talents with Us….. Our prayers are with you and your family, and To Hayes family thanks for sharing him with us….. :)

garry joseph said on August 11th, 2008

One more lost.Sad period of time for the entertainment familly and fans.Only God knows why!Blessed is his soul.we’ll keep loving him for all those famous works he executed.Peace!

LadyRee said on August 11th, 2008

Peace and Blessing to The Hayes family and well as Bernie Mac’s Family. This is too much this weekend.

Carol said on August 11th, 2008

Wow what a shock can’t believe that Bernie Mac, and Issac Hayes, have left
the scene we weren’t ready for them to leave us but God loved them best.
My prayers are with the Mac Family & Hayes Family just keep your heads up
to the shy. Just continue to ask God for his Strength and Peace.

Always,
Carol
C&B Books Distribution

sudhop said on August 11th, 2008

My deepest thank you, Mr. Hayes. You will be missed, but we all know that you’re in a better place. Our father has called you home, “Job well done” my brother, job well done. See you in heaven!

jane said on August 11th, 2008

I was truly shocked when I learned of Bernie’s death. More than I enjoyed Bernie’s comedic I admired him as a man who treasured his one and only wife. May his family cling to God’s love.

MR. PILLOW said on August 11th, 2008

I JUST CAN’T BELIEVE THIS, FIRST ONE OF THE FUNNIEST MEN IN COMEDY PASSES, AND NOW ONE OF THE GREATEST SINGER-SONGWRITERS IS GONE. YOU GAVE ME AND THE WORLD REASON TO BE PROUD… REST WELL

AL-B said on August 11th, 2008

The family of Issac Hayes also has my prayers. He will be missed. That Issac was a bad mutha…. I’m just talkin bout a great soul singer.

Sheri said on August 11th, 2008

There must be some kind of party going on in Heaven with both Isaac Hayes and Bermie Mac passing on the same weekend. These two talented giants will surely be missed. However as our beloved “Father” says - “the World is not our Home” Let us enjoy every day that we are given and take nothing for granted!!

Fredna Dobbs said on August 11th, 2008

I’m very sorry to hear about the deaf of both men,but life
is not promised to any one,my heart felt condolence goes out
to the Hayes family.

Fredna

Darlene said on August 11th, 2008

I’ll always remember the Isaac Hayes concert at the Syria Mosque back in the 70’s in Pittsburgh. With a lines of people for blocks. All the macks and their ladies, were let in before the crowds. The pimp mobiles . . . fleetwoods, el dorado’s, lincolns, etc. lined the street. It was one of the best concerts ever!
We were in school, housed at a dormitory not far. And a gang of us went
to that concert . One girl got to know the drummer and after the concert, she left with him. We were worried when we couldn’t find her, but she came back to the dormitory a week later with a big ole happy smile on her face. Lucky so and so got a chance to travel to the next gig with the Isaac Hayes band and romance the drummer!

We all LOVED Isaac Hayes. He brought JOY to us all during those times . . . and his shows were hot as a firecracker!! My dorm roommate, Jeaneen, was obessed with Isaac . . . and I know she’s having a fit now, hearing of his passing. Our little Quadraphonic stereos were always blasting his music and the best of 70’s R&B and Funk – ALL THE TIME! Isaac Hayes “SHAFT” will always remain the musical identifier of the 70’s decade.

My condolences to the family and the vast world community of everyone that knew, worked with and just plain . . . LOVED IKE. . . especially David Porter. What a great writing team they were, as well as life-long friends.

THANK YOU MR. ISAAC HAYES!!

denise said on August 11th, 2008

MY SYMPATHY GOES OUT TO MR. HAYES FAMILY…IVE BEEN A FAN SINCE I WAS YOUNG, AND KNEW ABOUT MUSIC……GOD BLESS

Ash said on August 11th, 2008

omg that is terrrible
im not familiar but goodness
bernie mac jus died yesterday
this is terrible
prayers go out 2 his familiy

DENISE said on August 11th, 2008

MY PRAYERS ARE WITH MR, MAC AND MR HAYES FAMILY…GOD BLESS EACH AND EVERYONE, AND ITS TIME FOR AMERICA TO COME TOGETHER ESPECIALLY OUR SISTERS AND BROTHERS AND BE MOTHERS AND FATHERS TO OUR YOUNG BLACK CHILDREN.

The Lessley-Wright Family said on August 11th, 2008

Our heart and prayers go out to the Hayes Family and Loved Ones. Hold on to each other for strenght and understand that it is OK to cry. Know that your Loved One is in a better place than we are and he will be watching over you all and keepibg you safe.

Love and Prayers,
The Lessley-Wright Family

pia said on August 11th, 2008

MY HEART GOES OUT TO THE HAYES FAMILY AND FRIENDS.MA GOD BLESS THE HAYES FAMILY

Doris M. said on August 11th, 2008

GOD IS TAKING US AWAY! ! ! WELL,WE ALL BELONG TO HIM. WHAT A TIME THEY’ RE HAVING IN HEAVEN WITH ISSAC & BERNIE MAC THERE. FAMILY
AND FRIENDS BE BLESSED AND KNOW THAT GOD IS GETTING US READY FOR THAT “GREAT DAY”! ! ! IT WON’T BE LONG AND WE’LL ALL MEET AGAIN! HALLELUJAH JESUS! ! !

Kat said on August 11th, 2008

R.I.P. 2 Issac Hayes n Bernie Mac they will b surely miss. We luv them but God luv them best. They r gone but not forgotten. God wanted his children 2 come home. They r n a betta place now.

big sexxy said on August 11th, 2008

I send my prayers and condolences out to the family and friends

nigel glover said on August 11th, 2008

I AM SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT THIS MAJOR LOSS AND I SEND MY LOVE TO THE HAYES FAMILY AND ALL OF HIS FANS

April said on August 11th, 2008

I cannot believe this. First Bernie Mac, then Isaac Hayes. It is so sad that they both had died so close together. Bernie Mac was a great comedian and actor. I had loved his show called The Bernie Mac show. It was so hilarious. And Isaac Hayes was a great singer. May God be with there families and our prayers are with you. R.I.P to Aaliyah Dana Haughton, Lisa “Left Eye” Lopez, Gerald Levert, Ray Charles, James Brown, Pimp C, Richard Pryer, and the young lady who was singing with Lyfe Jennings “S.E.X when they found her body in the studio, I really don’t know her name, and some other people I didn’t name. May our prayers be with Morgan Freedman. As we all know that he is in critical condition at the hospital.

Stephanie O. {Austin} said on August 11th, 2008

What I say, I’m in total shock!! I send my heartfelt condolences to the family. This is two great people we lost in the same weekend and it’s hard to let that sink in. Much thoughts and prayers for both of the families.

GOD BLESS!

carol said on August 11th, 2008

this has been a very sad weeken back to bacl losses firt bernie mac and now mr.hayes. my heart is hurting but i would like to offer my condelances
to both family’s may god be with you both and your loves ones left behind.
may both of you rest in peace.

kerin said on August 11th, 2008

its truly a sad lost my condolances to the haynes family and i do wish u guys best in the future.

Corliss said on August 11th, 2008

I stand accused of loving and really going to miss Isaac. My deepest sorry for all of the Hayes Family. May GOD bless you all.

Madge McConnell said on August 11th, 2008

Stay strong and remember that he was a music messenger. He gave and now he is at peace. My God Have Mercy On His Soul.

Kim Carter said on August 11th, 2008

Our hearts goes out to the family and we will keep your family in our prayers.God never puts more on us than we can handle!

Staci said on August 11th, 2008

My deepest condolences to the Hayes family, especially his wife and 2 year old son.

Ann Marshall said on August 11th, 2008

Prayers goes out to Hayes Family. You will be miss. Love your music.

MANDIROZA said on August 11th, 2008

WOW! BEEN LOVING ISSAC HAYES SINCE I WAS 7 YEARS OLD, WHEN I CAME IN FROM CHURCH THIS WAS IN MY EMAIL, I JUST STARTED CRYING;-( I HAD BEEN PLAYING THE DEAD PRESIDENTS SOUND TRACK FOR THE PAST 2 WEEKS, MY FAVORITE WALK ON BY, AND I LOVED WHEN HE COVERED I NEVER CAN SAY GOOD BYE;-( HE’LL BE MISSED,
MY CONDOLENCES TO THE FAMILY.

Lloyd said on August 11th, 2008

I stand accused has been “our” song for close to 40 year’s. RIP black Moses.

douglas anthony driver said on August 11th, 2008

DAD to ILH always Brothers of08/20/ —-for me

louise said on August 11th, 2008

i’am very sorry for your lost. i will always remmeber him in car wash
with cousin otis.my condolences to the family.

Mariea said on August 11th, 2008

Hot Buttered Soul, By the time I get to Phoenix, Walk on By, etc. where are our heroes going? he was an original, He was an souldful icon, his music will live on and on in my heart..a truly gifted artist, master teacher of love songs and lyrics… May the Ctreator bless you on your journey to infinity.

Mariea A.

BlkPearls40 said on August 11th, 2008

Hi fans, My heart goes out to the Hayes family…and i was a big fan of his also from back in da day…my preyers go out…JJ

Sarah said on August 11th, 2008

Prayers and condolences goes out the family. Isaac Hayes will be missed. Issac and Bernie will be in our hearts.

ELEANOR MCNEIL said on August 11th, 2008

WE HAVE TRUELY LOST TWO GREAT MEN BUT GOD HAS SAW DIFFRENT IN HEAVEN! MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS GO OUT TO BOTH ISSAC HAYES AND THE FUNNY MAN HIMSELF BERNIE MAC! I’LL ALWAYS REMEMBER YOU GUYS! YOUR SPIRITS WILL REMAIN FOREVER AND ALWAYS! R.I.P

Ra'Chelle said on August 11th, 2008

My prayers are with the Hayes and Mac families. I remember meeting Mr. Hayes when I was 16 years old. I asked for his autograph not really knowing exactly who he was. (My mother had to tell me) He was very nice and gladly gave me his autograph. I still have his autograph to this day and that has been over 15 years ago. It so sad to hear that someone has passed away, and it can be very difficult for the family but rest assured that God will ease your pain.