Isaac Hayes was laid to rest in Memphis Tenn.

Stars turn out to pay their last respects

Isaac Hayes’s life was celebrated in an emotional funeral service held in Memphis at the weekend.

The actor died at his home in Tennessee on 10 August after suffering a stroke.

Over 500 mourners, including Tom Cruise, 46, Denzel Washington, 53, and Wesley Snipes, 46, attended the ceremony, which was presided over by an official from The Church of Scientology.

Following the service, the town's Majestic City Grill celebrated his time as a star by decorating the restaurant with photos of him.

Isaac, 65, was famous for his role as the chef in South Park.

He is survived by 12 children.

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Isaac Hayes, Legendary Singer-Songwriter, Dies at 65

Soul legend found unconscious at home

Soul legend Isaac Hayes has died.

The musician, who suffered a stroke in 2006, was found unconscious at home in Memphis, Tennessee, and pronounced dead at 7.08pm after being taken to hospital.

Isaac – a contemporary of Al Green, James Brown and Stevie Wonder – was known for his deep voice as well as his talent as a pianist, saxophone player and songwriter.

He won an Academy Award for the theme tune to the film Shaft, which was a huge hit in 1971.

A Scientologist, Isaac was married four times and had 12 children.

On 20 August, he would have been 66.

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Soul Music Legend Isaac Hayes Found Dead

Award- winning American soul music legend Isaac Hayes had been found dead in his home in Memphis, Tennessee at the age of 65. Hayes body was discovered by family members in a bedroom of his home, where it appears he may have collapsed next to his treadmill, which was still running. The immediate cause of death is unknown at this time.
Isaac Hayes is best known for creating the soundtrack for the 1971 film "Shaft", for which he won an Oscar. He has appeared in many feature films such as "Escape from New York" and "Hustle and Flow", he was recently working on the film "Soul Man" alongside comedian Bernie Mac, who has also passed away suddenly.
Hayes is also remembered for voicing the animated character "Chef" on Comedy Central's hit animated series "South Park".

Music has definitely lost a legend, our thoughts go out to Isaac's family and friends during this difficult time!