News & Stories R&B legend Roberta Flack, known for 'Killing Me Softly,' has died at 88 Elizabeth Blair February 24, 2025 / 3:28 pm Play AudioPlaying6 mins left Singer Roberta Flack has died at age 88. She was best known for ballads such as "Killing Me Softly" and "The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face." Why you can trust KUOW