Diana Ross Pays Tribute to Late Supremes Groupmate Mary Wilson: 'Each Day Is a Gift'

Rest in peace,Mary Wilson. On Tuesday,Diana Rossshared a tribute to Wilson, her Supremes co-founder and groupmate from 1959 to 1970, who died Monday evening at age 76. “I just woke up to this news, my condolences to you Mary’s family, I am reminded that each day is a gift, I have so many wonderful memories of our time together,” she wrote. “‘The Supremes’ will live on in our hearts.” The cause of death for Wilson — who competed onDancing with the Starsin 2019 — has not been revealed, but her publicist told several outlets that she “passed away suddenly.

Diana Ross Poses with Her 3 Daughters in Fun Family Throwback Photo: 'My First Tribe'

Photo: Omar Vega/Getty Diana Rossis serving mom goals in a throwback snap. “This is my first tribe,” Rhondacaptionedthe photo. Giving a nod toInternational Women’s Day, which is on March 8, she continued, “I am so thankful for these amazing women in my life! Empowered women empower women!” In August, Tracee opened up abouthow she loves to pay tribute to Diana, who is also mom to sonsEvan Ross, 33, and Ross Naess, 34.

Diana Ross Says Her 'Heart Is Filled with Joy' as She Celebrates Her 78th Birthday with Family

Diana Ross and Her Family.Photo: Rhonda Ross/Instagram Diana Ross' ideal birthday celebration? Spending time with her family. “I am so grateful for all the blessings in my life for there are so many. I am very proud and happy, I have so much to be grateful for,” shewrote on Twitteralongside the family photo. “Thank you ALL for your birthday wishes, my heart is filled with joy and so much love.”

Diana Ross Sings Happy Birthday to Beyoncé During Surprise Appearance at Los Angeles Tour Stop

Beyoncéturned 42 in style with a surprise serenade fromDiana Rosson Monday. Ross, 75, made a surprise appearance at the singer’s Renaissance World Tour in Los Angeles on Monday to sing “Happy Birthday.” Stepping out in a sparkling black and feather gown, the Motown legend drew huge cheers from the crowd as she led them in singing “Happy Birthday” to the shocked “Cuff It” singer, with Ross saying she had to repay the favor after Beyoncé once sang “Happy Birthday” to her.

Diana Ross Stuns in Crimson Gown for Showstopping Performance: 'Happy Birthday to Me!'

Ain’t no (fashion) mountain high enough for this iconic pop star! The legendaryDiana Rossswept onstage at the 2019Grammy Awardsin a voluminous scarlet gown befitting her diva status. The dress featured a satin bodice, sheer tulle sleeves and matching drop earrings, plus her timeless signature curls and red lipstick. Kevin Winter/Getty Ross’ Grammys performance is her second major milestone performance for the music awards show; in 2012, Ross received the Lifetime Achievement Award – which came after 12 priornominations.