Nikki Ross: key obituary facts
Is Nikki Ross dead? Yes. Nikki Ross died on August 14, 2026, at age 54.
Cause of death: Nikki Ross's cause of death has not been publicly confirmed.
What was Nikki Ross known for?
She was an American singer, songwriter.
More about Nikki Ross
Born: 26 February 1974.
Gender: female.
Occupation: singer.
Nikki Ross, an American gospel singer, died on August 14, 2026, at age 54.
A singer, songwriter, pianist, arranger and composer from Houston, Texas, she was known for her work as a vocalist and arranger with artists including Kirk Franklin, Ricky Dillard, Harry Connick, Jr., Kim Burrell, Gladys Knight, Robert Glasper, PJ Morton, Dorinda Clark-Cole, Smokie Norful, Martha Munizzi, Earnest Pugh and Shaun Martin. Ross was also an accomplished pianist and organist, and she cited Stevie Wonder among her major musical influences, alongside Ella Fitzgerald, The Clark Sisters and gospel singer Bettye Ransom Nelson.