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Sufjan Stevens performs at Eaux Claires music festival in red sunglasses. Stevens recently released his album "Javelin," dedicating it to his partner who passed away in April. (Aaron Lavinsky/Star Tribune via AP)

Sufjan Stevens dedicates moving album to late partner

By Eli Tecktiel, Lifestyle Writer | October 11, 2023

As Sufjan Stevens released his new album “Javelin” Friday, he also revealed the death of his partner Evans Richardson. In an Instagram post, Stevens provided a rare, open glimpse into his usually tightly guarded private life.  “This album...