Jill Sobule, Celebrated Singer-Songwriter, Dies at 66 in House Fire
Jill Sobule, known for her hit 'I Kissed a Girl,' died in a house fire at 66 years old.
Sobule was known for taking control of her career by fundraising so she could make her next album.
Jill Sobule, the singer-songwriter known for 'I Kissed a Girl,' has died in a fire
Associated Press·2d
·ReliableThis source consistently reports facts with minimal bias, demonstrating high-quality journalism and accuracy.CenterThis outlet is balanced or reflects centrist views.Sobule's representatives announced the news in a May 1 press release posted on her Facebook page, which revealed her cause of death was "a house fire early this morning."
Jill Sobule, 'Supermodel' singer from 'Clueless' soundtrack, dies in house fire at 66
USA TODAY·2d
·ReliableThis source consistently reports facts with minimal bias, demonstrating high-quality journalism and accuracy.CenterThis outlet is balanced or reflects centrist views.Sobule most recently created a coming-of-age musical, "F--- 7th Grade," an off-Broadway show that debuted in 2022.
Singer Jill Sobule, known for 'I Kissed a Girl,' dies in house fire
NBC News·2d
·ReliableThis source consistently reports facts with minimal bias, demonstrating high-quality journalism and accuracy.CenterThis outlet is balanced or reflects centrist views.Sobule’s musical career spanned over three decades, starting in the 1990s with her debut album "Things Here are Different," which was produced by rock legend and record producer Todd Rundgren.
CNN·2d
·ReliableThis source consistently reports facts with minimal bias, demonstrating high-quality journalism and accuracy.Leans LeftThis outlet slightly leans left.Sobule's death comes ahead of the June 6 release of the original cast recording for her 2023 Off-Broadway musical memoir F*ck7thGrade, coinciding with the 30th anniversary of her self-titled album.
Jill Sobule Dies In House Fire: LGBTQ Artist Behind “I Kissed A Girl” & “Supermodel” Was 66
Deadline·2d
·ReliableThis source consistently reports facts with minimal bias, demonstrating high-quality journalism and accuracy.CenterThis outlet is balanced or reflects centrist views.Sobule’s 1995 single “I Kissed a Girl” made history as the first openly gay song to reach the Top 20 on Billboard‘s Modern Rock chart (it also made it to Number 67 on the Hot 100).
Jill Sobule, Singer of History-Making 1995 Single 'I Kissed a Girl,' Dies in House Fire at 66
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Summary
Jill Sobule, the acclaimed singer-songwriter famous for hits like 'I Kissed a Girl' and 'Supermodel,' died in a house fire at her home in Minnesota. Born January 16, 1959, in Denver, Sobule made significant contributions to music over her three-decade career, addressing pivotal social issues through her work. Her song 'I Kissed a Girl' was the first openly LGBTQ-themed track to chart in the Billboard Top 20. Tributes from fans and colleagues highlight her impact as an artist and advocate. A memorial service is planned for later this summer, following her recent performance cancellations.
Perspectives
Jill Sobule, the singer-songwriter known for her openly LGBTQ-themed hit "I Kissed a Girl," died at 66 in a house fire, leaving behind a significant cultural legacy in her music and activism.
Sobule's career spanned over three decades with 12 albums touching on issues like LGBTQ rights, anorexia, and reproductive rights, making her an influential voice in the music industry.
Her passing is marked by tributes from friends and colleagues, emphasizing her as a "force of nature" and the impact of her music on social issues.