The Journal of Gospel Music learned today of the passing of gospel music singer Nikki Ross Bellamy. She died on August 14, 2026, at age 54, having recently attended the Gospel Music Workshop of America despite struggling with illness.
Read more here about Ross Bellamy and her many achievements at MyHoustonGospel.com:
https://myhoustongospel.com/houston-gospel-music-legend-nikki-ross-bellamy-dies-at-54/
JGM joins the family, friends, and many fans of Nikki Ross Bellamy in grieving this loss not only to the Houston gospel community, but to the national gospel music scene.
Written by : Bob Marovich
Bob Marovich is a gospel music historian, author, and radio host. Founder of Journal of Gospel Music blog (formally The Black Gospel Blog) and producer of the Gospel Memories Radio Show.
