releases: https://richmond.house.gov/press-releases/rep-richmond-mourns-passing-allen-toussaint
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| https://richmond.house.gov/press-releases/rep-richmond-mourns-passing-allen-toussaint | Rep. Richmond Mourns the Passing of Allen Toussaint | 2015-11-10 | 2015 | 2015-11 | Democrat | House | LA | Cedric Richmond | R000588 | richmond.house.gov | legacy | Washington, DC Today, Congressman Cedric Richmond (LA-02) released the following statement after the passing of Allen Toussaint: The world has lost a fantastic musician but an even better man, said Rep. Richmond. Allen Toussaint used his gifts to fill the world with music. Early on he proved himself a rare talent both on stage and behind the scenes as a producer, arranger, and songwriter. Allens influence can be felt across the globe, from acts as famous as the Rolling Stones to the dulcet tones that waft through the streets of the French Quarter. He spent his life doing what he loved, bringing joy to the lives of others through song. In 1998, his place in history was cemented with his induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. His iconic presence will be sorely missed but his legacy will live on forever through the dynamic melody that was his life in music. My heartfelt prayers and condolences are with his family as they mourn this tremendous loss. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z |