Unveiling-the-Mystery-Evans-Richardson-Cause-of-Death

Sufjan Stevens has chosen to dedicate his latest album Javelin to the memory of his departed partner, Evans Richardson

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Evans held the position of Chief-of-Staff at The Studio Museum in Harlem, located in New York City

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Unfortunately, Evans tragically passed away in April at the age of 43

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The 48-year-old artist rarely divulges details about his personal life

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He displayed vulnerability in an Instagram post where he discussed his relationship with Evans

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Sufjan Stevens Pays Tribute to His Deceased Partner, Evans Richardson, Through a Heartfelt Instagram Post

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Remembering Evans: Sufjan Stevens Emotional Instagram Tribute

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Sufjan captioned a photo of EvansThis album is dedicated to the light of my life

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Sufjan said He was an absolute gem of a person, full of life, love, laughter, curiosity, integrity, and joy

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