Twitter proved to be a credible news source tonight in the worst of ways. Ron Isley, Sheila E., CNN’s Roland Martin and entertainment reporter Jawn Murray were on their grind confirming some very sad news before any of the mainstream press: 54 year old R&B legend Teena Marie died in her home, reportedly in her sleep. Her daughter found her in her bedroom some time today. She had reportedly suffered a seizure last month. Radio stations in Philadelphia and Chicago have also confirmed the very sad news.

Here’s a stroll down memory lane with Lady T…

And here’s a look at how the news came down, via Twitter…

Just found out a friend, Tina Marie passed away. I really did't expect to hear this. RIP. We will miss you much!

12/26/2010 8:14 pm via Twitter for AndroidReplyRetweetFavorite

@TheRealRonIsley

Ronald Isley

Sorry guys, yes Teena Marie has passed away..

12/26/2010 8:29 pm via Twitter for AndroidReplyRetweetFavorite

@TheRealRonIsley

Ronald Isley

Mike Gardner, the manager of @teenamarie, just told me that it is true: the legendary R&B singer has indeed died.

12/26/2010 9:15 pm via FacebookReplyRetweetFavorite

@rolandsmartin

rolandsmartin

No cause of death has been provided in the death of Teena Marie. Her manager, Mike Gardner, said her body is at the coroner's office

12/26/2010 9:31 pm via FacebookReplyRetweetFavorite

@rolandsmartin

rolandsmartin

But Marie's publicist, Lynn Jeter, told me that a month ago, Teena Marie suffered a grand mal seizure while watching a movie in her bed.

12/26/2010 9:32 pm via FacebookReplyRetweetFavorite

@rolandsmartin

rolandsmartin

I just talked to Eddie Levert about Teena Marie: “In terms of vocals, she was one of the blackest people I know."

12/26/2010 9:51 pm via FacebookReplyRetweetFavorite

@rolandsmartin

rolandsmartin

Tina Marie found dead at her home. no details yet.

12/26/2010 9:13 pm via webReplyRetweetFavorite

@SheilaEdrummer

SheilaEdrummer

Her daughter found her in her bedroom already passed. she had seizers prior too this passing. please pray for her family.

12/26/2010 9:16 pm via webReplyRetweetFavorite

@SheilaEdrummer

SheilaEdrummer

They just took her body from her home. Teena Marie found dead by her daughter whos BD was yesterday. pray 4 her & her family.

12/26/2010 9:20 pm via webReplyRetweetFavorite

@SheilaEdrummer

SheilaEdrummer

this has just been confirmed. Teena Marie has passed.

12/26/2010 9:42 pm via webReplyRetweetFavorite

@SheilaEdrummer

SheilaEdrummer

Sad to confirm that I just got official word that Teena Marie has died. Causes yet unknown. R.I.P.

12/26/2010 9:27 pm via ÜberSocialOrigReplyRetweetFavorite

@JawnMurray

Jawn Murray

Please keep Teena Marie's family in your prayers. She died in her sleep. Causes yet unknown. Was discovered by her daughter. R.I.P.

12/26/2010 9:38 pm via ÜberSocialOrigReplyRetweetFavorite

@JawnMurray

Jawn Murray

Several celebrities on Twitter including my friend @kymwhitley were initially told by Teena Marie's rep to post it was NOT confirmed.

12/26/2010 9:42 pm via ÜberSocialOrigReplyRetweetFavorite

@JawnMurray

Jawn Murray

Since then, Teena Marie's mgt confirmed via her rep that the singer has died. Please pray for her family & be kind to her celeb friends.

12/26/2010 9:44 pm via ÜberSocialOrigReplyRetweetFavorite

@JawnMurray

Jawn Murray

Teena sent her last tweet less than 24 hours ago, further indicating how precious life really is. RIP Lady T.  There’s going to be a helluva “Fire & Desire” jam session up above tonight.

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