Second Line Held in New Orleans to Honor Frankie Beverly
The residents of New Orleans recently held a Second Line parade to honor the life of legendary entertainer Frankie Beverly, who passed away on September 10.
Thousands of attendees, dressed in all white—an iconic theme at Beverly’s shows—joined in the celebration as seen in footage captured by The ShadeRoom that included a cardboard cutout of Beverly encased in a transparent casket.
A Second Line parade is a long-standing New Orleans tradition where a crowd follows a band, dancing through the streets to celebrate an event.
As Beverly’s image made its way through the city, fans paid tribute to the artist behind hits like “Before I Let Go.” The celebration lasted well into the night, with many dancing through rain and shine.
Though Beverly was originally from Philadelphia, where he founded the soul-funk band Maze in 1970, he was adored nationwide. His music became synonymous with celebrations, family gatherings, and cultural milestones within the Black community.
