Ahead of what would have been Aaliyah's 46th birthday on Thursday, Jan. 16, Rashad Haughton opens up to PEOPLE about his sister's legacy Ron Galella, Ltd./Ron Galella Collection via Getty Over two ...

Aaliyah's story had barely begun before it was out of her hands. But on what would have been her 47th birthday Jan. 16 if she hadn't died in a plane crash at the age of 22, there's still so much to ...

Aaliyah’s untimely death left an indelible mark on the entertainment industry. Despite her short career, she achieved an iconic status in hip-hop, and her influence continues to resonate. This year, ...

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