Fan Sharlene Roberts prays for James Brown, “The Godfather of Soul,” during a candlelight vigil and tribute in Leimert Park. (Allen J. Schaben / LAT)
A James Brown doll stants outside Sunny’s Spot during a candlelight vigil and tribute in Leimert Park. (Allen J. Schaben / LAT)
James Brown fan Brenda Price cheers on fellow fan Gene Haggerty as he dances in tribute. (Allen J. Schaben / LAT)
“Fitzgerald” sells James Brown tribute shirts during a candlelight vigil and tribute in Leimert Park. (Allen J. Schaben / LAT)
Holding high a candle for James Brown during the tribute. (Allen J. Schaben / LAT)