In a tragedy that has shaken the gospel music world, “The Queen of Gospel” Shirley Caesar — a living symbol of faith and strength — faces the most painful battle of her life : betrayal by her loved ones, vicious slander, and a bitter legal battle to protect her late husband’s honor and legacy.
At the age of 85 , when she should have been honored and rested in the love of her audience, Shirley was caught in a cruel storm of rumors : people said she had throat cancer, that she had passed away, that her career was over. But the singer still stood strong, rejected all the fake news , and declared: “God has not called me back, I still have work to do.”
After 31 years of happiness with her husband – Bishop Harold Ivory Williams , his death has opened a legal nightmare between her and his 𝘤𝘩𝘪𝘭𝘥ren. Those who used to call her “mother” now turn their backs on her, dragging her into a bitter dispute over property and the church . From love, faith, to betrayal – all like a sad song is gradually choking the heart of the woman who devoted her life to bringing light to others.
Shirley Caesar – a poor girl from Durham, North Carolina – who donated 75% of her income to help the homeless and poor patients , now has to fight to keep her own honor and peace . Amidst the heartache, she still stands strong, still preaches, still inspires the next generation like Yolanda Adams and Kirk Franklin .
