R.I.P. Betty Jean Newsome

Singer / song writer Betty Jean Newsome, who co-wrote James Brown's smash hit single, "It's A Man's World, has died age 86...

Betty Jean's son, actor Miguel Nunez Jr., broke the news on social media.

@actlikemiguel Today I not only lost my best friend..but I lost the hero of my life. 💔😢 My beautiful mother, Betty Jean Newsome 🕊️ 9-27-1939 — 1-23-2026 🕊️ There are people who raise you…and then there are people who shape your soul. She was mine. Strong. Loving. Graceful. My foundation when life tried to shake me. My example of faith, resilience, and unconditional love. The pain is real. But so is the gratitude. So is the legacy she leaves in my heart and in everyone she touched. Thank you all for the prayers, the love and the heartfelt condolences. They mean more than you know. If you’ve lost your mom, this is for you. Save this. Share this. Hold her memory close. Rest in peace, Mom. I’ll carry you with me forever. ❤️🙏 #BettyJeanNewsome #Iconic #ItsAMansWorld #RIP #mom ♬ original sound - Sad song’s only 💔🥺