Yes, Don Cornelius was married to his wife, Victoria A. Davis, from 1973 until his death in 2012.

Don Cornelius was married to Viktoria Chapman from 1974 until his death in 2012.

Don Cornelius net worth was estimated at $15 million when he died in 2012. Cornelius created “Soul Train” in 1970 and hosted the show until 1993. He later produced and hosted “TV One Access” until his death.

Cornelius was fired from Soul Train in 1993 for drug possession.

Cornelius’ money went to his son, Cornelius Jr.

Don Cornelius wife committed suicide in 2012.

Don Cornelius had a history of depression and was hospitalized in early 2012 for an undisclosed illness. He committed suicide on February 1, 2012 by shooting himself in the head.

Soul Train had over 1,100 hosts over its 35-year run. Some of the most well-known hosts include Don Cornelius, Arsenio Hall, and Cedric the Entertainer.

Don Cornelius was diagnosed with prostate cancer in the early 1990s. He underwent surgery and radiation treatment, but the cancer returned in the late 1990s. He died from the disease in 2012.

Don Cornelius was about 6’1″.