Marva Hicks who starred on Broadway during an entertainment career that spanned four decades has died.
The Petersburg, Virginia, native died on September 16 in New York City at age 66, according to an article on Monday by Broadway World.
'It is with heavy hearts that we share the news of the passing of our dear Marva Hicks Taha. Our beloved wife, family member and friend will be greatly missed and remain marvelous in our hearts forever,' read a statement shared by her husband Akwasi Taha and family.
'The love she had for her husband, family, friends, and entertainment community knew no bounds. We have been deeply touched by the incredible outpouring of love. Thank you for your compassion and prayers,' the statement added.
The Howard University graduate released her first album 'Marva Hicks' in 1991 on Polygram and scored the Top 10 hit single Never Been In Love Before.
Her Broadway credits include: 'Motown the Musical', 'The Lion King', 'Caroline or Change' and 'Lena Horne, The Lady and Her Music'.
She also starred in numerous off-Broadway and regional theatre productions.
Her most recent performance was in April in 'Angry, Raucous and Shamelessly Gorgeous' at the Alliance Theatre in Atlanta.
Marva also was cast on several television shows, including: Mad About You, Star Trek: Voyager, One Life To Live, Madam Secretary and L.A. Law.
A cause of death was not disclosed.
Marva during her long career performed with Stevie Wonder, Michael Jackson, Sherly Crow and James Ingram.
She was a supporter of numerous nonprofit organizations including: the Ronald McDonald House, Covenant House and Visible Ink.
Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date, the family statement said.
