Mobo Awards founder Kanya King dies at 57King, who mortgaged her house to launch the ceremony 30 years ago, had been treated for cancer.17 mins agoCulture

Mobo Awards founder Kanya King dies at 57King, who mortgaged her house to launch the ceremony 30 years ago, had been treated for cancer.17 mins agoCulture

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Kanya King, the founder of the MOBO Awards, has passed away at the age of 57. King, who launched the music awards ceremony 30 years ago with her own personal funds, had been battling cancer and had previously shown resilience in overcoming financial challenges to establish the event.

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