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Despite Ja’Net Dubois’ daughter’s claim, it remains to be seen whether or not Cab Calloway was actually Dubois’ father. The reason? Calloway’s estate denies the connection. “While we have a great appreciation for Ja’Net DuBois’ long and successful career, the Calloway Estate has nothing to add to this single document that has numerous mistakes and no verification,” a spokesperson said in an official statement (via TMZ). The estate also noted that, despite conflicting information surrounding DuBois’ birth, they would be open to a conversation with the actress’ daughter if “compelling facts to substantiate” the claim were to surface.
While the subject of Dubois’ father is up for debate, the actress’ death certificate did confirm one thing: the star’s cause of death. While Dubois died in her sleep at the age 74, doctors say cardiac arrest was to blame for her unexpected passing. According to TMZ, an autopsy revealed that the actress unknowingly suffered “from peripheral vascular disease and chronic kidney disease for years.” Hypertension also contributed to her death.
Even though she is no longer with us, Dubois will always be remembered for breaking down barriers throughout her career. As her Good Times on-screen daughter Janet Jackson wrote on Instagram, “I saw first hand how she broke stereotypes and changed the landscape for Black women in entertainment. I’m grateful in recent years I had a chance to see her and create more lasting memories.” And for fans of classic television, Dubois’ memory will endure for generations to come.
Written by: Nicki
