Natalie Cole, a singing legend and daughter of crooner Nat 'King' Cole, achieved immense success with nine Grammy wins. Overcoming drug addiction in the 1980s, she found renewed success. However, in 2008, her past struggles caught up with her, leading to a series of medical conditions. Despite ongoing health battles, Natalie bravely continued to perform worldwide and had plans for an extensive tour in 2016. Tragically, on New Year's Eve 2015, after facing numerous health challenges, her body succumbed to the accumulated illnesses.