The hearse that carried #ArethaFranklin's body for her public viewing was a vintage 1940 Cadillac LaSalle. This particular hearse is notable because it has been used to transport other prominent figures, including Franklin's father, the Rev. C.L. Franklin, civil rights icon Rosa Parks, and Temptations singer David Ruffin. The hearse is owned by Swanson Funeral Home in Detroit, which has a long-standing relationship with the Franklin family. #trealdaily #trealmagazine | Treal Maga Zine

Aretha Franklin, often hailed as the “Queen of Soul,” was one of the most iconic voices in music history. Born on March 25, 1942, in Memphis, Tennessee, she grew up in Detroit, Michigan, where her father, C.L. Franklin, was a prominent Baptist minister. From a young age, Aretha showcased incredible musical talent, singing gospel in church and recording her first album at just 14. Her breakthrough came in the 1960s when she signed with Atlantic Records. Hits like “Respect” (1967), “Chain of Fools