Jill Sobule, Iconic 90s Pop Star, Dies in Minnesota House Fire at 66

Jill Sobule, the acclaimed singer known for her 90s hit ‘I Kissed A Girl’, tragically passed away in a house fire in Woodbury, Minnesota, on Thursday at the age of 66. Sobule, who became widely recognized for her groundbreaking music tackling social issues, was remembered as a ‘force of nature’ by those who knew her. Her music career spanned over three decades, producing 12 albums and tackling topics such as LGBTQ+ rights, the death penalty, and reproduction. She first gained prominence in 1995 with hits like ‘Supermodel’, which was featured in the film *Clueless*, and ‘I Kissed A Girl’, a controversial song that charted in the Billboard Top 20 despite being banned by several radio stations in the South. At the time of her passing, Sobule was scheduled to perform in Denver but instead, fans and friends will gather to honor her legacy with an informal memorial. A formal tribute will take place later this summer. Sobule’s manager, John Porter, expressed deep sorrow over the loss, highlighting her incredible energy and her role as an advocate for human rights. Her sudden passing leaves a significant void in the music community and beyond.